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University of Nevada-Reno: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores

University of Nevada-Reno admits about 73.7% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 1060–1290 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 21–27 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.

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Acceptance rate 73.7%
SAT range 1060-1290
Net price $13,797
Graduation rate 60.4%

University of Nevada-Reno At a Glance

LocationReno, Nevada
TypePublic
Undergraduate Enrollment15,599
Acceptance Rate73.7%
SAT Range (Reading & Writing)540-650
SAT Range (Math)520-640
SAT Range (Combined, approx.)1060-1290
Average SAT (Combined)1132
ACT Range19-26
Average Net Price$13,797/yr
Tuition (In-State)$10,300/yr
Tuition (Out-of-State)$28,932/yr
4-Year Graduation Rate60.4%
Full-Time Retention Rate79.7%
Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry$67,303
Median Debt at Completion$17,978

How University of Nevada-Reno Compares

University of Nevada-Reno is more selective than about 60% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.

With about 15,599 students, it is larger than about 50% of the 265 schools in this list.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is University of Nevada-Reno's acceptance rate?

University of Nevada-Reno's acceptance rate is about 73.7%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

What SAT score do you need for University of Nevada-Reno?

Admitted students at University of Nevada-Reno typically report a combined SAT score between 1060 and 1290 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).

Does University of Nevada-Reno require the SAT?

Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check University of Nevada-Reno's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.

What is the average cost of University of Nevada-Reno?

The average net price reported for University of Nevada-Reno is $13,797 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Figures reflect the most recent data available via the College Scorecard API — see also University of Nevada-Reno's official site.