gradeB
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?Data Sources
Academics
gradeB
Value
gradeB
Diversity
gradeA
Campus
gradeB minus
Athletics
gradeA minus
Party Scene
gradeA minus
Professors
gradeB
Location
gradeA minus
Dorms
gradeC+
Campus Food
gradeA minus
Student Life
gradeB+
Safety
gradeB minus
About
About UNLV...
- Common App Accepted
- Hispanic-Serving Institution
- Public College
- SAT/ACT Optional
- Some Online Degrees
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I-FBS
Athletic Conference
Mountain West Conference
- Nevada
- Paradise
From University of Nevada, Las Vegas
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas has it all — innovative academics, real-world experience, undergraduate research, and access to opportunities that you can only find in the dynamic city of Las Vegas. UNLV is a premier metropolitan research institution and is ranked as one of the nation's most diverse universities by U.S. News & World Report.
With 78 undergraduate majors and 84 undergraduate minors, UNLV does more than offer options — we provide opportunities. Plus, if your professional ambitions require you to obtain multiple degrees, UNLV also has more than 190 graduate degree programs and our own law, medicine, and dental medicine schools.
Whatever your aspirations — from conducting research to managing a hotel — we're here to help you every step of the way.
University of Nevada, Las Vegas Rankings
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Admissions
Application Deadline
Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.
June 1
Acceptance Rate
85%
SAT Range
1000-1220
ACT Range
18-24
Application Fee
$60
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
Yes
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Will You Get Into UNLV?
Test Scores and High School GPA for University of Nevada, Las Vegas
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Cost
Net Price
$13,159/ year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$6,346/ year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Financial Aid
96%
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Academics
Professors
gradeB
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
13:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
70%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.285 responses
52%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.364 responses
56%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.363 responses
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Majors
Most Popular Majors
Hospitality and Tourism Management
462 Graduates
Psychology
412 Graduates
Criminal Justice and Safety Studies
330 Graduates
Biology
246 Graduates
Nursing
232 Graduates
Communications
220 Graduates
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
219 Graduates
Business
168 Graduates
Accounting
161 Graduates
Computer Science
160 Graduates
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Entertainment Engineering & Design
Entertainment Engineering & Design is a unique program for students interested in pursuing the interdisciplinary fusion of engineering and fine arts. You will study computer science, civil and structural engineering, mechanical engineering, and electrical and computer engineering. In addition, you will find direct experience from internships in the many entertainment venues on the Las Vegas Strip.
Online
Programs Offered Entirely Online
Total number of complete undergraduate programs offered online or through distance learning.
1
Offers Online Courses
College offers distance education courses.
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
Total number of certificate degree programs offered online or through distance education.
Online Associates Programs
Total number of associate degree programs offered online or through distance education.
Online Bachelor's Programs
Total number of bachelor's degree programs offered online or through distance education.
1
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How Students Learn
Based on class setting of student enrollment.
Mix of Online and on Campus
58%
On Campus
32%
Online
9%
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
19,587Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
5,778
Undergrads Over 25
20%
Pell Grant
46%
Varsity Athletes
2%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on
268 responses
Diverse
30%
Friendly and Vibrant
21%
Self-Occupied
13%
Many are friendly with education obligations
9%
Outgoing
9%
Commuter
5%
There because its the best option money wise
4%
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Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
No data available —
Poll
48%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.429 responses
Poll
52%
of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.482 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on
298 responses
Diversity
63%
Unique
10%
A place to learn and grow
10%
The place everyone wants to go
4%
Great business program
3%
Personal
2%
William F Harrah College of Hotel Administration
2%
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After College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$45,000/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
47%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
90%
National
83%
81%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.210 responses
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University of Nevada, Las Vegas Reviews
Rating 3.71 out of 5 4,796 reviews
Rating 4 out of 5
I absolutely love being on campus and being involved in all the extracurricular activities they hold during the week and during the weekend. The academics are great and the professors are very nice!
The atmosphere of the school is great as well as being able to connect with other students, although the area around the school isn't the best and I hope one day they can figure that out especially the areas around the apartments. It would make a huge difference to add more of a college street like other colleges. I know we have a lot of potential to make it something more. That does mean construction and organizing with the county in general. The reason why I say this is because college brings lots of work to our hotels as well as a lot of the activities we have held. More students would enjoy coming here and staying if they had more safety around UNLV. If we have money to spend on making Vegas Vegas we can make UNLV more of a college from outside parts like Tropicana and Maryland :))
- Sophom*ore
- 29 days ago
Rating 4 out of 5
A vibrant and varied academic atmosphere is provided by UNLV. Both the level of instruction and the faculty's commitment have been outstanding. In addition to being competent, my lecturers care about the success of their students. They create an encouraging atmosphere for learning and are always ready to lend a hand, offer advice, or serve as a mentor. There have been difficulties even though my time at UNLV has been mostly good. It has been difficult for me to juggle part-time employment and academic obligations to fund my education. There have been moments when the cost of living and tuition has made my academic career more stressful. Additionally, some changes I would like to see is more implementation of campus safety for the students. Increasing the frequency of patrols, particularly throughout the night and evening, might further improve campus security.
- Junior
- 12 days ago
Rating 4 out of 5
I attended UNLV my freshman year of college. The only reason I ended up transferring out was because they did not offer a Dental Hygiene program which is what I decided I was going to pursue. My overall experience with professors was great. There were just a couple that I felt did not live up to my expectations. My main issue was with the Computer Science program. I know it is a rigorous and extremely challenging path to go down; however, I did not feel that significant concepts were broken down enough for students to understand in such little time. My CS 135 professor I was great. My CS 202 professor was a good person, but I do not think he knew how to break down concepts for people whose whole lives do not revolve around computers.
- Freshman
- 3 days ago
