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Nevada State University

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Henderson, Nevada 89002

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Mid-SizeRuralPublic

Known for health sciences — excellent value

Nevada State University is a public institution in Henderson with particular strength in health sciences and psychology.

A mid-sized campus of 3.8K undergraduates with a 19:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.

31% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $53,166 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $13,208.

Established
2002
Motto
Omnia Pro Patria
Mascot
Sting the Scorpion
Type
Public university

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86%Acceptance
—SAT Avg
3,791Students
19:1Student:Faculty
31%Grad Rate
$53,166Earnings 10yr
$13,208Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Nevada State University Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate86.2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

86.2%

Trend

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$6,368
Tuition (out-of-state)$20,449
Books & Supplies$1,300
Total Cost of Attendance$23,035
Average Net Price$13,208
Median Debt at Graduation$19,691
Monthly Payment (10yr)$209

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$11,793
$30–48K$12,021
$48–75K$15,176
$75–110K$17,591
$110K+$19,917

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

86.2%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$12,547

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

24

Peer Average

37

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Incident Breakdown (2024)

4

Burglary

1

Aggravated Assault

1

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

3

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

8

Drug Arrests

6

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (28)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

77%

Negative
  • •77% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
3,791
Gender Split
78% / 22%
Women / Men
First Generation
49%
Pell Grant Recipients
22%

Race & Ethnicity

White 21%
Black 10%
Hispanic 46%
Asian 10%
Two+ 6%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate31.0%
Freshman Retention77.0%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$47,092
10 Years$53,166

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports

Flag footballTrack

History & Fun Facts

  • •History In 1999, the Nevada Legislature created the Advisory Committee to Examine Locating a 4-Year State College in Henderson, Nev.
  • •In December 1999, the Nevada Board of Regents approved the establishment of Nevada State College.
  • •In February 2000, the committee recommended the new institution be named Nevada State College at Henderson.
  • •" In April 2000, the Board of Regents voted 8 3 to begin negotiations for the Boulder Highway / Lake Mead site despite some concerns that the site was near a permanent toxic waste storage facility.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

LAS Las Vegas14 mi
LAX Los Angeles242 mi
PHX Phoenix242 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA2365 mi · ~68h 19m drive
New York, NY2222 mi · ~64h 11m drive
Hartford, CT2285 mi · ~66h 1m drive
Providence, RI2349 mi · ~67h 52m drive
Albany, NY2226 mi · ~64h 18m drive
Syracuse, NY2105 mi · ~60h 49m drive
Rochester, NY2031 mi · ~58h 40m drive
Buffalo, NY1966 mi · ~56h 48m drive
Philadelphia, PA2166 mi · ~62h 34m drive
Pittsburgh, PA1909 mi · ~55h 9m drive
Harrisburg, PA2073 mi · ~59h 53m drive
Newark, NJ2213 mi · ~63h 56m drive
Washington, DC2074 mi · ~59h 55m drive
Baltimore, MD2094 mi · ~60h 30m drive
Atlanta, GA1732 mi · ~50h 2m drive
Charlotte, NC1906 mi · ~55h 4m drive
Raleigh, NC2020 mi · ~58h 21m drive
Miami, FL2165 mi · ~62h 33m drive
Orlando, FL2016 mi · ~58h 14m drive
Tampa, FL1973 mi · ~57h drive
Nashville, TN1567 mi · ~45h 16m drive
New Orleans, LA1496 mi · ~43h 13m drive
Richmond, VA2065 mi · ~59h 39m drive
Chicago, IL1516 mi · ~43h 48m drive
Detroit, MI1753 mi · ~50h 39m drive
Minneapolis, MN1292 mi · ~37h 19m drive
St. Louis, MO1368 mi · ~39h 31m drive
Kansas City, MO1133 mi · ~32h 44m drive
Indianapolis, IN1584 mi · ~45h 46m drive
Columbus, OH1752 mi · ~50h 37m drive
Cleveland, OH1820 mi · ~52h 35m drive
Milwaukee, WI1513 mi · ~43h 43m drive
Dallas, TX1056 mi · ~30h 30m drive
Houston, TX1212 mi · ~35h 1m drive
Austin, TX1069 mi · ~30h 53m drive
San Antonio, TX1056 mi · ~30h 30m drive
Los Angeles, CA230 mi · ~6h 39m drive
San Francisco, CA431 mi · ~12h 27m drive
San Diego, CA259 mi · ~7h 29m drive
Seattle, WA888 mi · ~25h 39m drive
Portland, OR772 mi · ~22h 18m drive
Denver, CO601 mi · ~17h 22m drive
Phoenix, AZ239 mi · ~6h 54m drive
Salt Lake City, UT369 mi · ~10h 40m drive
Honolulu, HI2767 mi · ~79h 56m drive
Southern (mild winters, hot summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Las Vegas (LAS)14 miles
Rental car
21 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
28 min$17-28
Los Angeles (LAX)242 miles
Rental car
363 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
484 min$290-484

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