University of Nevada, Reno

The University of Nevada, Reno offers undergraduate and graduate academic programs, with degree exploration and admissions information.

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About University of Nevada, Reno

The University of Nevada, Reno is a public land-grant institution in Nevada, founded in 1874. It offers undergraduate and graduate academic programs. The homepage lists more than 560 majors, minors, graduate and certificate programs and a 17:1 student-to-faculty ratio. It is described as a Carnegie R1 research university and as a National Public University by U.S. News & World Report.

The site provides admissions information for freshman, graduate, and transfer applicants, an academic calendar, and degree exploration. Prospective students can use an interactive calculator to estimate tuition, fees, housing, and parking, review financial aid and scholarship information, take a virtual tour, or schedule a campus visit. The university also operates a campus at Lake Tahoe, where students can study in the Lake Tahoe Basin. The homepage does not list specific tuition amounts.

Key features

  • 560+ majors, minors, graduate and certificate programs
  • Interactive calculator to estimate tuition, fees, housing, and parking
  • 60+ research centers and facilities, including a School of Medicine
  • Study abroad options at 45 locations in 24 countries
  • Hands-on learning at a Lake Tahoe campus location
  • Scholarship, grant, and financial aid information
Best for: Prospective undergraduate, graduate, and transfer students who want to compare academic programs and review admissions and cost information for the University of Nevada, Reno.
Good for
  • Carnegie R1 research university classification is stated on the homepage
  • Offers a wide range of programs, with 560+ majors, minors, graduate and certificate options
  • Provides a cost estimator covering tuition, fees, housing, and parking
Watch out for
  • Cost figures from the calculator are estimates, not fixed prices

University of Nevada, Reno at a glance

Official website
unr.edu
Type
Institution
Platforms
Web
Language
English
Country
US
Good for
Students
Last checked
Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026

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University of Nevada, Reno FAQ

How can I estimate what attending will cost?
The site offers an interactive calculator that estimates tuition, fees, housing, parking, and other costs based on your situation.
Can I explore the campus without visiting in person?
Yes. The university offers an immersive virtual tour of the campus, and visitors can also schedule an in-person campus visit.
Does the university offer programs outside Reno?
The university operates a Lake Tahoe location where students can take part in hands-on learning in the Lake Tahoe Basin, including environmental science research.
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