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 76 majors and 70 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 125 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.

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Admissions

Application Deadline

June 1

Acceptance Rate

81%

SAT Range

1030-1250

ACT Range

19-25

Application Fee

$60

SAT/ACT

Considered but not required

High School GPA

Required

Accepts Common App

Yes

Cost

Net Price

$11,834 / 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

$6,443 / year

National

$7,535

Students Receiving Financial Aid

96%

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Academics

Professors

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Student Faculty Ratio

15:1

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Majors

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.

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Online

Programs Offered Entirely Online

Offers Online Courses

Yes

Online Certificate Programs

Online Associates Programs

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Mix of Online and on Campus
56%
On Campus
1%
Online
43%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment

19,843 Undergrads

Part-Time Undergrads

6,021

Undergrads Over 25

21%

Pell Grant

44%

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After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$45,000 / year

National

$33,028

Graduation Rate

44%

National

49%

Employed 2 Years After Graduation

90%

National

83%