Nevada State University
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Henderson, Nevada 89002
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for health sciences — excellent value
Nevada State University is a public institution in Henderson with particular strength in health sciences and psychology.
A mid-sized campus of 3.8K undergraduates with a 19:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.
31% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $53,166 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $13,208.
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Varsity Sports
History & Fun Facts
- •History In 1999, the Nevada Legislature created the Advisory Committee to Examine Locating a 4-Year State College in Henderson, Nev.
- •In December 1999, the Nevada Board of Regents approved the establishment of Nevada State College.
- •In February 2000, the committee recommended the new institution be named Nevada State College at Henderson.
- •" In April 2000, the Board of Regents voted 8 3 to begin negotiations for the Boulder Highway / Lake Mead site despite some concerns that the site was near a permanent toxic waste storage facility.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
86.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
4.6%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$12,547
Programs (28)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
77%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
24
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from NV state average