University of Nevada-Las Vegas
UNLV
Las Vegas, Nevada 89154
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business — major research university
University of Nevada-Las Vegas is a public institution in Las Vegas with particular strength in business and psychology. With an average SAT of 1091, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 24.1K undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
50% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $55,037 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $10,011.
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History & Fun Facts
- •In 1955, State Senator Mahlon Brown "sponsored the legislation to provide $200,000 to construct the campus's first building" – Frazier Hall.
- •Groundbreaking on the original 60-acre (24 ha) site was in April 1956, and the university purchased a 640-acre (260 ha) site in North Las Vegas for future expansion.
- •UNLV was officially founded by the Nevada Board of Regents as the Southern Division of the University of Nevada on September 10, 1957.
- •The first classes were held on the current campus in the post and beam Mid Century Modern Maude Frazier Hall designed by the local architectural firm, Zick Sharp.
- •Twenty-nine students graduated in the first commencement ceremonies in 1964.
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1091
ACT Score Range
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
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
73.0%
Median Debt at Grad
$12,500
Programs (259)
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
78%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
182
Peer Average
240
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system
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 + city premium