Apply to the University of Nevada, Reno
Apply to the University of Nevada, Reno
Apply today to help us power the next generation of knowledge-building, exploration, innovation and discovery. Learn more about how to apply as an undergraduate, graduate or School of Medicine candidate below.
Undergraduate admissions
Our Early Action Admissions deadline for new freshman admissions is November 15. The final day to apply for fall admission is April 7.
Are you a new freshman?
You are considered a new freshman if any of the following apply to you:
- You are applying during your senior year of high school
- You have no previous college experience
- You have earned less than 24 transferable semester college credits
If not, you can use the resources below to learn about our other student admission types.
Ready to apply for undergraduate admission?
We use a three-step online application process at the University of Nevada, Reno. If you are ready to submit an application, follow these steps below to get started.
Step One: Create an application account
Here, you will create a username and password log-in that allows you to access our online application for admission. Remember, you will only use this account for creating and submitting your application. That's it.
Create your application account
Step Two: Create and submit your application for admission
Next, use your application account information to log-in to our online application for admission portal.
Create an application for admission
Step Three: Create a MyNEVADA 2.0 account
After applying, you need to create a MyNEVADA 2.0 account. This account provides access to your student application dashboard, allows you to check your application status and accept or deny admission (if offered), review your fees, make payments and more. More information on creating a MyNEVADA 2.0 account.
Need help?
We’d love to answer any questions you have about our application process, financial assistance or life at the University of Nevada, Reno.
Office for Prospective Students
Hours: Monday–Friday: 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. PST
Phone: (866) 263-8232
Email: admissions@unr.edu
Need more information?
Interested in learning more about becoming an undergraduate student at the University of Nevada, Reno? Want to know about our majors, residential halls or life in general at the University? Provide us with your basic contact information and areas of academic interest, and we will keep you up to date on what the University has to offer, admission deadlines and recruitment events in your area.
About the Graduate School
The University is dedicated to excellence in original research, teaching, creative expression and intellectual leadership. With a full breadth of master's and Ph.D. opportunities and acclaimed faculty and facilities, you will have room to pursue your educational and research activities in a welcoming, accommodating environment dedicated to academic excellence.
Apply to graduate school
If you're ready to apply, then you can submit an application for admission to the Graduate School through out online application portal. It's mobile-friendly and walks you step-by-step through the admissions process.
In case you were wondering, our school code for the GRE and TOEFL is 4844.
Need help?
The Graduate School admission staff are happy to answer any questions you may have and provide assistance during any step of the application process. Contact us today.
The Graduate School
Hours: Monday–Friday: 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. PST
Phone: (775) 784-6869
Email: gradadmissions@unr.edu
About the School of Medicine
The University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine offers a personal learning experience, with a 3:1 student-to-faculty ratio. Each year, we admit approximately 70 students to our latest class of future doctors and physicians. We have a 98.2 percent ten-year match rate into some of the country's most competitive physician residency programs and have 14 established residency and 19 fellowship programs statewide.
Apply to the School of Medicine
Making the decision to apply to medical school can be a time fraught with excitement and anxiety. However, we are here to help you achieve your goal of becoming a physician. Our admission staff at the School of Medicine is dedicated to ensuring you receive assistance during every step of the process.
Don't wait. Start your application today.
Need help?
The University of Nevada, Reno admissions staff are available to answer any questions you may have about applying to the University. Contact them today if you need assistance in applying, want to know more about the application process, financial aid, etc.
Office of Admissions
Hours: Monday–Friday: 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. PST
Toll-Free: (866) 263-8232
Local Phone: (775) 784-4700, option 1
Email: admissions@unr.edu