Nevada State College

Nevada State College Overview

Nevada State College is a public, state school in the suburban setting of Henderson, Nevada. Nevada State College was founded in 2002 and enrolls 3,747 undergrads and no graduate students.

Student Involvement at Nevada State College

Interested in music or performing?

Interested in journalism or communications? Nevada State College students can write for the campus newspaperor be a producer for the student-run television channel.

Nevada State College does not have any greek life opportunties.

Planning to play sports? Nevada State College has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Nevada State College on the Student Life page.

2022 Nevada State College Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	76%
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
Average GPA	2.8
In-State Tuition	$5,400
Out-of-State	$18,765

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Is Nevada State College a Good School?

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The definition of a "good school" can mean different things for different people. Admissions difficulty, admitted student statistics, tuition, and financial aid can provide a sense of how selective a university is.

Let's take a look at these areas to get a better sense of what Nevada State College offers and if the school might be a good choice for you.

2022 Acceptance Rate for Nevada State College

It is not difficult to get into Nevada State College. The university admitted 76% of all applicants in 2017. Last year, 924 students applied to Nevada State College and 703 were admitted.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Nevada State College

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. It is a way to measure how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Around 72% of students who start at Nevada State College come back for their second year of college. Around 15% of students who started at Nevada State College earn their Bachelor's degrees within six years. The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outlook Nevada State College Graduates

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school.

Check with Nevada State College directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

Nevada State College's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students.

Nevada State College's endowment was valued at $1 million in 2022, compared to a national average of $905 million. The school spends $2,770 for each full-time student enrolled.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Nevada State College

Tuition is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

For information on Nevada State College's financial aid options for first-year students, check with the school directly.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA as soon as you can. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so don't give your money (or info!) to any website that claim you do.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Nevada State College.

Based on this information, is Nevada State College the school for you? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may not be the right school for another! So ask yourself: Is Nevada State College a good school for you?

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Where is Nevada State College Located?

Nevada State College is located in the suburban setting of Henderson, Nevada, less than an hour from Las Vegas.

If you are interested in seeing Nevada State College for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 93/95 to Henderson, or book a flight to the nearest airport, McCarran International.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Nevada State College and Henderson are like without leaving home.

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