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About Nevada State University

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Nevada State University is a public liberal arts college in Henderson, NV, known for its open access admissions, health sciences focus, and baccalaureate diverse fields. With an acceptance rate of 82%, Nevada State is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 436 students each year. Nevada State is test optional; submitting a strong score can strengthen an application, though it is not required for consideration. Nevada State offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $8,117 per year; the sticker price of $20,740 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Nevada State University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

82%
Overall Accept Rate

Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Nevada State University

Essay Strategy
Nevada State University was built specifically to serve first-generation and working students in Southern Nevada, so make sure your application reflects how you fit that mission. If you are juggling work, family responsibilities, or community ties in the Henderson or Las Vegas area, say so directly in your personal statement.
Extracurriculars
Nevada State values students who are rooted in the Southern Nevada community, so highlight any extracurriculars, volunteer work, or employment tied to Henderson, Las Vegas, or surrounding areas. Community involvement in this specific region genuinely matters to this admissions office.

Financial Aid & Cost

What Nevada State University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceAvg. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$21k/yr$11.4k
30k-48k~$21k/yr$13.1k
48k-75k~$21k/yr$16.0k
75k-110k~$21k/yr$17.8k
110k+~$21k/yr$21.1k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

31%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$47k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
4,525
Undergrad Enrollment

Student Body

Student body composition

Race & Ethnicity

48%Hispanic
23%White
10%Asian
10%Black / African American
6%Two or More Races
1%Unknown / Unreported
1%Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0%American Indian / AK Native
0%International
Gender21% Men · 79% Women
Citizenship / Immigration Status100% Citizens and Immigrants · 0% International
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