BSN Nursing at University of Nevada, Reno

Programme overview

Nurses provide a range of healthcare services in a variety of settings, such as public health agencies and hospitals and work as clinicians, researchers, and healthcare policy advocates. The Orvis School of Nursing is a top option for training tomorrow's nurse professionals.

Duration: Once in the nursing program, choose from three bachelor's degree options ranging from 12 to 16 months in length. | Study mode: full-time | Location: Reno, NV, United States

Career pathways

The nursing industry continues to be in high demand for new nurses. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, it is predicted that there will be 194,500 openings for registered nurses (RN) each year through 2030, and the workforce is expected to grow 9% between 2020 and 2030. The annual median pay for RNs is $77,600 in 2021 (BLS).

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Application information

Entry requirements

University-level freshman admission (not programme-specific): minimum 3.0 weighted academic GPA in core courses; high school coursework of 4 units English, 3 units math (Algebra I or higher), 3 units natural science and 3 units social science; SAT/ACT scores optional. Some majors and colleges set additional direct-entry or progression requirements.

Domestic applicants: USD 9,383 a year (2026-27). Undergraduate base tuition for Nevada residents, 2026-27, based on 30 credits across fall and spring at $312.75 per credit; applies to all undergraduate programmes (university-wide rate band); excludes mandatory student fees ($1,696), differential fees (e Source

First-year entry terms: Spring 2027 and Fall 2027.

First-year applications opened August 1, 2026. Early Action deadline for Fall 2027 is November 15, 2026; final deadline for Fall 2027 is April 7, 2027; final deadline for Spring 2027 is December 15, 2026. Scholarship and financial aid deadline is February 15, 2027. SAT/ACT scores are optional for admission. Domestic first-year applicants pay no application fee; international undergraduate applicants pay $95. Apply through the university admissions portal (admissions.unr.edu) or the Common App.

Apply through the official page: https://www.unr.edu/apply

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