University of Nevada-Reno

Reno, NV · Public · 15,599 undergraduates

University of Nevada-Reno admitted 74% of applicants. Students who submitted scores typically had 1060–1290 on the SAT. Its average net price after aid for in-state students was $13,797 a year. Within six years, 60% of first-time, full-time students graduated.

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Admissions

Admission rate
74%
SAT/ACT scores
Considered if submitted
SAT middle 50%
1060–1290
ACT middle 50%
19–26

Cost

In-state cost of attendance, before aid
$24,944 a year
Average in-state net price after aid
$13,797 a year
In-state net price for families earning under $30,000
$11,183 a year
In-state tuition and fees
$10,300 a year
Out-of-state tuition and fees
$28,932 a year

Outcomes

Graduation rate (within 6 years)
60%
Students who return for a second year
80%
Median earnings 10 years after starting
$67,303 a year
Median debt at graduation
$17,978

Students

Undergraduates
15,599
Undergraduates with a Pell Grant
28%
Student-faculty ratio
17 to 1
Campus setting
City

Most common fields of study

Share of the degrees the college awarded, by field.

Business, management and marketing
16%
Health professions
14%
Biological and biomedical sciences
11%
Engineering
8%
Computer and information sciences
8%

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, most recent institution-level data (October 2026 release). Admission figures are reported by the college; check its website for current requirements.