Colleges in Nevada
3 Nevada colleges grouped by how selective they are. Tiers are broad bands, not admission odds.
3 Other public universities
Accessible75%+ acceptance
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- District of Columbia
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- Idaho
- Montana
- Wyoming
- North Dakota
- South Dakota
- Alaska
Frequently asked questions
How many Nevada colleges are in the MajorAtlas College Finder?+
3 colleges in Nevada are currently listed. It's a curated starting set, not every college in the state, so a school's absence doesn't mean anything about its quality.
Which Nevada colleges are the most accessible?+
Nevada State University, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and University of Nevada, Reno are in our Accessible tier, which usually admits the large majority of applicants who meet eligibility requirements. Still confirm that your intended major is offered and not capped.
Are these exact admission odds for Nevada colleges?+
No. Tiers are broad bands based on reported acceptance rates, which change every cycle and differ by major. For a specific school's current numbers, use its Common Data Set; our guide "How to Build Your Own College List by Score and GPA" explains how.
Tiers and "known for" tags are general guidance compiled from public sources and may be out of date. Confirm details with each school.