Scholarship opportunities
Students can pursue scholarships from various sources, including external organizations, the State of Nevada, and the University of Nevada, Reno.
First-year scholarships
The University of Nevada, Reno awards scholarships based on a holistic review of the application for admission, the scholarship application and the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the Institutional Methodology for FAFSA-Ineligible Students form.
College and department scholarships
To be considered for college and department scholarships, new and continuing undergraduate and graduate students must complete the annual scholarship application in MyNEVADA supplemental forms.
External scholarships
Many external organizations not affiliated with the University of Nevada, Reno provide scholarship opportunities to students.
Millennium Scholarship
The Governor Guinn Millennium Scholarship Program provides scholarships to Nevada high school graduates that meet eligibility requirements.
National Merit Scholarship
The National Merit Scholarship provides select students with up to $16,000 per year for up to four years of consecutive undergraduate study at the University of Nevada, Reno.
Graduate student funding
Learn about assistantships, financial awards and external funding opportunities for graduate students.