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University of Nevada, Reno

The University of Nevada, Reno is a research based public land grant university located in Reno, Nevada. The university is the state's flagship public university and primary land grant institution. The motto of the university is “Omnia Pro Patria” that means “All For Our Country”. The official website of the university is www.unr.edu 

University of Nevada, Reno, History

The University of Nevada, Reno was established in 1874. Originally it was located in Elko. In 1881, it became Nevada State University. In 1885, the university moved from Elko to Reno. In 1906, it was renamed as University of Nevada and finally, University of Nevada, Reno in 1969.

University of Nevada, Reno, USP

The University of Nevada, Reno is among the top universities of the United States which is known for its research based teaching, inclusive culture, student centered teaching and their expert faculties. The courses in nursing, education, psychology and public affairs are ranked among the top 100 programs in the United States.

University of Nevada, Reno, Schools and Colleges 

The schools and colleges of the University of Nevada, Reno are –

  • College of Business
  • College of Education & Human Development
  • College of Engineering
  • College of Liberal Arts
  • College of Science
  • National Judicial College
  • University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
  • Graduate School
  • School of  the Arts
  • School of Earth Sciences and Engineering
  • School of Journalism
  • School of Medicine
  • School of Nursing
  • School of Public Health
  • School of Social Research and Justice Studies
  • School of Social Work

University of Nevada, Reno, Library

The libraries of the University of Nevada, Reno are –

  • Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center
  • DeLMare Library
  • Savitt Medical Library
  • Nell J. Redfield Learning and Resource Center

University of Nevada, Reno, Rankings and Achievements

The rankings of the University of Nevada, Reno are –

GLOBAL

  • The university ranked 501-600 by ARWU
  • It ranked 792 by U.S. News & News Report

NATIONAL

  • The university ranked 349 by Forbes
  • It ranked 138 by Washington Monthly
  • It ranked 134-154 by ARWU
  • It also ranked 227 by U.S. News and World Report

University of Nevada, Reno, Campus

The campus of the University of Nevada, Reno includes –

  • The Quad – Quad is located in the southern part of the campus, surrounded by Morrill Hall and the Mackay School of Mines. The northern end of the Quad contains a statue of John William Mackay. The Quad and the original campus buildings surrounding it are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
  • Arboretum – the campus has an arboretum containing a collection of trees, shrubs, flowers and ornamentals.
  • Herbarium – it is made up of the herbarium of the Nevada Agriculture Experiment Station and the herbarium of the Biology Department.

University of Nevada, Reno, Alumni

The notable alumni of the University of Nevada, Reno are –

  • Mark E. Amodei – U.S. Representative from Nevada
  • Alan Bible – U.S. Senator from Nevada
  • Emmet D. Boyle – former governor of Nevada
  • Gershwin A. Drain – U.S. federal judge
  • Rob Await – football player
  • Walter Van Tilburg Clark – author
  • Myram Borders – UPI bureau
  • Peter Epstein – jazz musician
  • Francine Rivers – novelist
  • Claire Vaye Watkins – author

University of Nevada, Reno, Courses

Some of the courses of the University of Nevada, Reno are

  • Atmospheric Science
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Cell and Molecular Biology
  • Criminal Justice
  • Economics
  • Finance
  • Geography
  • History
  • Mathematics
  • Animal & Rangeland Science
  • Anthropology
  • Music
  • Nursing
  • Philosophy

Students can further find the courses of their choice on the official website of the university that is https://www.unr.edu/grad/graduate-programs 

University of Nevada, Reno, Top Landmarks

Famous places to visit around the University of Nevada, Reno are

  • Red Rock Canyon national conservation Park
  • National Automobile Museum
  • High Roller
  • The Strip
  • Hoover Dam
  • Riverwalk Trail
  • Lion Habitat Ranch
  • Grapevine canyon
  • Lake Mead National Recreation Area
  • The River Passage Water Taxi

University of Nevada, Reno, Food and Drink

  • Buzz’s BBQ & Steakhouse
  • White Grill
  • Gobblers Roost
  • Lguana Azul Mexican Restaurant
  • 54 Café
  • Sonic Drive-In
  • Chinese Chef
  • La Sauce Mexican Restaurant
  • Belle Rose Bistro & Floral
  • I Don’t Care Burrito

University of Nevada, Reno, Student Life

SPORTS AND FITNESS

The sports teams of the University of Nevada, Reno are called the Wolf Pack. The university participates in the NCAA Division I competitions. The university hosts various club sports, some of which are distinguished as club varsity. These include basketball, hockey, baseball, and volleyball, cross country, tennis, swimming and diving.

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

The University of Nevada, Reno has over 550 registered student organizations ranging from student government to religious organizations to spirit groups. Some are Club Sports Board, Diversity Education, Greek Life, Leadership Development, and Undergraduate Student government, Graduate Student Government, African American Cultural & Resource Center, Bearcat Bands and Ethnic Learning Center.

STUDENT MEDIA

  • The Nevada Sagebrush – student newspaper
  • Insight magazine – student run magazine
  • The Nevada Blue – student publication
  • The Pack Patriot – student publication
  • Wolf Pack Week – television newscast
  • Brushfire – literary arts journal

ACCOMMODATION

The University of Nevada offers a variety of options to their students who want to stay on campus. There are 8 different residence halls in the university in which seven are primarily for the freshmen students. Other options include an all upper class residence hall and a living learning community building in which freshmen students of similar academic interests are housed on the same floor.

University of Nevada, Reno, Entry Requirements

The entry requirements of the University of Nevada, Reno are –

  • GPA score of 3.0 and above
  • IELTS score of 6.5 and above
  • SAT score of above 1085
  • Act score of above 21

Students can further check their eligibility on the official website of the university that is www.unr.edu 

University of Nevada, Reno, Scholarship and Financial Aid

The University of Nevada, Reno provides different types of scholarship options to their students that are –

  • First year scholarships
  • College and departmental scholarships
  • External Scholarships
  • Millennium Scholarships
  • National Merit Scholarship
  • Graduate  student funding

UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO, Acceptance rate

The acceptance rate of the University of Nevada, Reno is 87%.

Where to apply

Students can directly apply on the official website of the Nevada, Reno University that is www.unr.edu 

University of Nevada Reno Programs

Program
Duration
Format
Tuition Fees
Deadlines
Standard Test

University of Nevada Reno Application Requirements

2.8
GPA
30
IB
65
Percentage
79%
Acceptance Rate

IELTS score requirements

A strong proficiency in the English language is essential for admission into universities in United States of America. To be able to get a successful admission in University of Nevada Reno in United States of America students need to complete IELTS with a minimum score of 6.5.

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University of Nevada Reno Cost of studies

Fees

Undergraduate: USD 21,500

Fees vary for each program. Please visit program page for specific fees.

University of Nevada Reno Deadlines

Undergraduate: Fall-April 7, Spring-December 15

Graduate:  Deadlines vary for each program

Deadlines vary for each program. Please visit program page for specific deadlines.

University of Nevada Reno Rankings

Global

799
US News
501 -600
Shanghai
479
GTU Rank

Regional

United States of America
240
US News
156 -171
Shanghai
380
Forbes
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