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Colleges and universities in Nevada

Nevada has 38 colleges and universities in our directory (7 public, 3 private nonprofit, 28 for-profit). Together they enroll about 126,021 students. 11 offer programs that can be completed online.

Cities with the most schools: Las Vegas (24), Reno (6), Henderson (4), Carson City (2)

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Showing 1–24 of 38 schools

UNV
Public
Students
32,911
Retention
79%
Programs
186
Awards 2024-25
6,850
CampusOnlineHybrid
Psychology, GeneralHospitality Administration/ManagementRegistered Nursing +183
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CSN
Public
Admission
Open
Students
28,313
Programs
172
Awards 2024-25
5,657
CampusOnlineHybrid
Liberal Arts and SciencesBusiness Administration and ManagementPhysical Sciences, General +169
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UN
Public
Students
23,024
Retention
80%
Programs
139
Awards 2024-25
4,680
CampusOnlineHybrid
Social WorkPublic HealthComputer Science +136
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TMC
Public
Admission
Open
Students
10,885
Programs
118
Awards 2024-25
3,072
CampusOnlineHybrid
Science Technologies/Technicians, OtherNursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/AideConstruction Trades, General +115
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NSU
Public

Nevada State University

Henderson, NV

Students
7,549
Retention
79%
Programs
33
Awards 2024-25
865
CampusOnlineHybrid
Registered NursingPsychology, GeneralElementary Education and Teaching +30
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WNC
Public

Western Nevada College

Carson City, NV

Admission
Open
Students
4,284
Programs
61
Awards 2024-25
1,058
CampusOnlineHybrid
Liberal Arts and SciencesWelding TechnologyPhysical Sciences, General +58
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GBC
Public
Admission
Open
Students
3,320
Retention
59%
Programs
57
CampusOnlineHybrid
Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/AideIndustrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/TechnicianLiberal Arts and Sciences +54
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NCC
Private for-profit

Northwest Career College

Las Vegas, NV

Admission
Open
Students
2,937
Retention
66%
Programs
16
CampusOnlineHybrid
Phlebotomy TechnicianMassage Therapy/Therapeutic MassageComputer Support Specialist +13
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TUN
Private nonprofit

Touro University Nevada

Henderson, NV

Students
1,600
Programs
13
Awards 2024-25
478
CampusOnlineHybrid
Osteopathic MedicinePhysician AssistantHealth Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences +10
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PMI
Private for-profit
Admission
Open
Students
678
Retention
76%
Programs
10
Campus
Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary AssistantEmergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)Dental Assisting/Assistant +7
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ATI
Private for-profit
Admission
Open
Students
605
Programs
4
Awards 2024-25
397
Campus
ElectricianAutomobileHeating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician +1
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CC
Private for-profit
Admission
Open
Students
551
Retention
73%
Programs
2
CampusHybrid
Registered NursingMedical/Clinical Assistant
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LVC
Private for-profit

Las Vegas College

Las Vegas, NV

Admission
Open
Students
536
Programs
8
Awards 2024-25
267
CampusOnlineHybrid
Nursing PracticeLicensed Practical/Vocational Nurse TrainingPhlebotomy Technician +5
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NCI
Private for-profit

Nevada Career Institute

Las Vegas, NV

Admission
Open
Students
461
Retention
72%
Programs
6
CampusHybrid
Surgical Technology/TechnologistDental Assisting/AssistantMedical Insurance Specialist +3
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CCV
Private for-profit
Admission
Open
Students
396
Retention
68%
Programs
5
CampusHybrid
Medical/Clinical AssistantRespiratory Care Therapy/TherapistRegistered Nursing +2
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MIV
Private for-profit
Admission
Open
Students
331
Retention
81%
Programs
6
Campus
Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care SpecialistNail Technician/Specialist and ManicuristCosmetology +3
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AIV
Private for-profit
Admission
Open
Students
304
Retention
74%
Programs
3
Campus
Master Aesthetician/EstheticianCosmetologyCosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor
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