Reno, NV

University of Nevada-Reno

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
University of Nevada-Reno is a four-year, public school located in Reno, NV.
It is a R1 university with very high research activities.
University of Nevada-Reno is accredited by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.

74% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 17,679 applied, 13,032 accepted, and 3,447 enrolled in UNR.
1,514 men and 1,890 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

1,180 SAT, 22 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,180 and ACT score is 22. The SAT score of 1180 is good, 67 to 74 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total106011801290
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing540600650
Math520580640
ACT Score
Composite192226
Math172025
English182226
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2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $9,578 for Nevada residents and $27,720 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $7,032 for Nevada residents and $25,174 for others.
Tuition has increased by 6.82% compared to last year at University of Nevada-Reno.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

11,114 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $7,703.
For freshmen, 3,054 students (94%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $6,658.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 23,024 students enrolled UNR in 2025.
By gender, 10,181 men and 12,843 women students are enrolled.
There are 19,117 undergraduate and 3,907 graduate students.
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229 Major Programs

  • 16 programs through online
  • 116 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of UNR is 61%.
The retention rate is 80% for full-time and 80% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
61%
Retention Rate
80%
Students to Faculty Ratio
17 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 1,545 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for UNR and the average faculty salary is $120,197. The studetns to faculty ratio is 17 to 1.
There are 4,549 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $88,447.
Number of Faculties
1,545
Average Faculty Salary
$120,197
Number of Staffs
4,549
Average Staff Salary
$88,447

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • On-Campus Daycare
  • Libraries
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Athletics

University of Nevada-Reno is a member of Mountain West Conference (MW).
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