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University of Nevada-Las Vegas

University of Nevada-Las Vegas is a large, public institution located in Las Vegas, nv. Founded in 1957, University of Nevada-Las Vegas offers undergraduate degrees in 259 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Public
athletics Division 1
undergraduates 24,329 undergraduates
cost $8,947 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into University of Nevada-Las Vegas? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 85.3%
SAT score average 1092
ACT score average N/A
Average high school GPA 3.4
Application fee $60
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Key deadlines

June
30
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! University of Nevada-Las Vegas is known for one of its top majors: Hospitality Administration/Management. Their student-faculty ratio is 18:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
18 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Business and Management
Social Sciences and Psychology
Law and Legal Studies
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Health and Medical Professions
Arts, Design, and Humanities
Education and Teaching

Popular majors

Hospitality Administration/Management
Psychology, General
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Biology, General
Health and Physical Education/Fitness
Communication and Media Studies
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $8,947
Additional expenses
Room & board $11,512
Books & supplies $1,240
Other expenses $4,050
Cost of attendance* $25,749
Average financial aid package $14,549
Estimated cost $11,200 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $25,489
Additional expenses
Room & board $11,512
Books & supplies $1,240
Other expenses $4,050
Cost of attendance* $42,291
Average financial aid package $14,549
Estimated cost $27,742 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? University of Nevada-Las Vegas has a total undergraduate enrollment of 24,329, with gender binary students split 44% male and 56% female.

Total enrollment

31,093

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
18%
African American %
7%
Hispanic American %
29%
Asian %
13%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
1%
Multiracial %
12%
Unknown %
20%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At University of Nevada-Las Vegas, students love their Social Fraternities and Sororities. Student athletes compete in Division 1 sports.

Campus info

map 4505 S Maryland Pky, Las Vegas, NV 89154
phone 702-895-3011
address www.unlv.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Social fraternities and sororities

Psychology club

Honors student council

Association of pre-health professionals

Unlv student nurses association

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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
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Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about University of Nevada-Las Vegas to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is University of Nevada-Las Vegas?

University of Nevada-Las Vegas is located in Las Vegas, nv.

What is the acceptance rate at University of Nevada-Las Vegas? 

The acceptance rate for University of Nevada-Las Vegas is 85%.

What’s the average GPA for University of Nevada-Las Vegas?

The average high school GPA for University of Nevada-Las Vegas students was 3.4.

How much does it cost for 4 years at University of Nevada-Las Vegas?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at University of Nevada-Las Vegas including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $102,996.

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