PublicUrbanUniversity of Nevada-Reno
Reno, Nevada 89557
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for health sciences — excellent value
University of Nevada-Reno is a public institution in Reno with particular strength in health sciences and business.
A large campus of 15.7K undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
62% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $60,614 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $15,402.
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History & Fun Facts
- •History The Nevada state constitution established a university when it was adopted in 1864, in order to receive funds from the Morrill Act.
- •The State University of Nevada in Elko was created on October 12, 1874.
- •In 1885, Nevada State University moved from Elko to Reno, as enrollment never exceeded 35 students and many families at the time opted to send their children to universities in California.
- •Its first building, Morrill Hall, was dedicated in 1886, named after Justin Morrill, whose act provided funds for the university.
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
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
74.0%
Median Debt at Grad
$13,000
Programs (198)
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
80%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
120
Peer Average
92
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 + large city premium