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Choose Nevada's top public institution

Home to Nevada's most beautiful and vibrant campus, the University of Nevada, Reno has a community of 23,000 students pursuing their career goals at Nevada's leading R1 research institution. Choose from 500+ majors and study with industry-leading faculty members.

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Big school. Tight-knit community.

Fueled by a storied history of 150 years, embrace the electric atmosphere of a dynamic campus where you can find the ultimate college experience in a supportive community.

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Did you know?

57% of students graduate debt free
51% of students come from diverse backgrounds
$13,000 average amount of aid awarded to all students

Scholarships for Nevada students!

Apply by February 15 to be considered for financial aid and scholarships.

$8,000 scholarships A high school cumulative unweighted GPA between 3.7 and 4.0 and either an ACT score of 31-36 or an SAT score of 1390-1600 can get you $8,000 per year in Presidential Scholarships.
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$11,000 in gift aid Only for Nevada residents! If you meet qualifications you can receive up to $11,000 in gift aid (grants and scholarships) from Pack Promise+ to help pay for your tuition, fees and books.
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$500-$3,000 scholarships You may also may qualify for a variety of one-year scholarships, including scholarships that do not require test scores, when you apply for the Fall 2025 semester.
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Why choose Nevada?

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A top-ranked education

Craft a personalized academic journey that aligns with your career aspirations and prepare for success in today's dynamic job market.

  • Carnegie R1 research university
  • National Public University (U.S. News & World Review)
  • 17:1 student-to-faculty ratio, led by world-renowned faculty
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A place to do awesome things

Unlock a world of excitement with customizable academic journeys, study abroad opportunities, student clubs that cater to every interest, endless outdoor recreation and hundreds of dynamic research opportunities connected to your career path.

  • 560+ majors, minors and certificate programs
  • 300+ student clubs and organizations
  • 45 study abroad locations in 24 countries
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A campus you'll love

Fueled by a storied history of 150 years, embrace the electric atmosphere of a dynamic campus where you can find the ultimate college experience in a supportive community.

  • 17 NCAA Division I athletics teams
  • 9 on-campus residence halls
  • 20+ on-campus dining eateries
  • State-of-the-art fitness and performing arts facilities

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