Nevada State University is a public 4-year college in Henderson, Nevada with 3,762 undergraduates. It admits 87% of applicants, costs an average of $14,262 a year after grants and graduates 36% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Nevada State University acceptance rate and admissions
Nevada State University admitted 87% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Nevada State University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $7,290 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $22,765 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $14,241 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $24,443 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $14,262 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $14,262 a year after grants and scholarships, $10,181 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Nevada State University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Nevada State University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 36% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $58,648 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $18,177 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 31% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Nevada State University majors and what graduates earn
Nevada State University awarded bachelor's degrees in 26 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($95,918).
All 26 majors at Nevada State University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Nevada State University
1 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 1 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Speech-language pathology | Master's | 12 | $79,724 | n/a |
Students and location
- 3,762 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 79% women, 21% men
- 18 students for every faculty member
- Setting: rural, near a city
- Accredited by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Nevada State University?
Nevada State University admitted 87% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Nevada State University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $7,290 for in-state students and $22,765 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $14,262 a year in 2024-25.
Is Nevada State University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Nevada State University reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Nevada State University?
36% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Nevada State University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $58,648 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.