At a glance
Average net price
$6,615
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
19.1%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
27,252
In-state tuition
$4,358
Out-of-state tuition
$13,024
Cost of attendance
$13,665
Median earnings (10y)
$38,087
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
29 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (25%), stem (25%), health (16%).
- STEM25%
- Health16%
- Business13%
- Humanities & arts25%
- Social sciences9%
- Trades & services11%
- Liberal arts21.3%~5,805 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Health professions16.2%~4,426 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Computer science16.2%~4,404 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Business12.8%~3,491 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Science tech6.9%~1,883 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~1,472 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Psychology4.6%~1,245 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Education2.7%~747 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~703 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~561 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~444 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~237 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- English0.8%~221 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication0.7%~199 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~180 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~169 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences0.6%~169 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Legal0.6%~158 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~153 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~125 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~82 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Agriculture0.3%~76 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering tech0.3%~71 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Transportation0.2%~60 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- History0.2%~55 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~49 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~44 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~27 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 1,706 | $29,612 | $8,368 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 897 | $34,308 | $9,000 |
| Science Technologies/Technicians, Other. | Associate's | 829 | $28,145 | $8,250 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Undergraduate certificate | 486 | — | — |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Undergraduate certificate | 473 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Undergraduate certificate | 450 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Associate's | 395 | $21,180 | $6,450 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 367 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 362 | $33,336 | $6,687 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 344 | $66,521 | $13,125 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Associate's | 299 | $21,258 | $11,069 |
| Hospitality Administration/Management. | Associate's | 181 | $30,681 | $17,450 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 173 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 165 | — | — |
| Ophthalmic and Optometric Support Services and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 124 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate's | 113 | $58,687 | $11,600 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate's | 108 | $26,109 | — |
| Security Science and Technology. | Associate's | 99 | — | $11,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate's | 96 | $35,456 | $9,390 |
| Precision Metal Working. | Undergraduate certificate | 92 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Associate's | 85 | $28,050 | $9,500 |
| Biology, General. | Associate's | 84 | — | $10,061 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 82 | $33,046 | — |
| Fire Protection. | Associate's | 69 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Undergraduate certificate | 67 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate's | 67 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Undergraduate certificate | 67 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Associate's | 66 | $36,320 | — |
| Computer Programming. | Associate's | 65 | — | — |
| Real Estate. | Undergraduate certificate | 63 | — | — |
| Legal Support Services. | Associate's | 59 | — | $8,506 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Associate's | 57 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Associate's | 55 | — | $9,250 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Undergraduate certificate | 55 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Associate's | 52 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Associate's | 46 | — | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 45 | — | — |
| Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 44 | — | — |
| Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management. | Undergraduate certificate | 44 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor's | 43 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About College of Southern Nevada
College of Southern Nevada is a very large institution located in Las Vegas, Nevada, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 27,252 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Health professions, Computer science.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at College of Southern Nevada — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $6,615 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $4,358 for in-state students and $13,024 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $13,665 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 19.1%, a below-average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $38,087 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
College of Southern Nevada confers degrees and certificates across 29 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Health professions, Computer science. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (25% of credentials), stem (25% of credentials), health (16% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Las Vegas, Nevada (city), College of Southern Nevada draws students from across Nevada and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about College of Southern Nevada
Q.How much does College of Southern Nevada cost?
The average net price at College of Southern Nevada is $6,615 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $13,665.
Q.What is the graduation rate at College of Southern Nevada?
College of Southern Nevada has a 6-year graduation rate of 19.1% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do College of Southern Nevada graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median College of Southern Nevada graduate earns $38,087 per year.
Q.What is tuition at College of Southern Nevada?
Published tuition is $4,358 in-state and $13,024 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is College of Southern Nevada located?
College of Southern Nevada is located in Las Vegas, Nevada (ZIP 89146).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with College of Southern Nevada at their official website.