College of Southern Nevada — tuition $3,465 in-state, $11,564 out-of-state
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Rating Context:⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.
Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the
Outcomes Score (D)
which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 18%
Outcomes
D
44/100
Affordability
B+
78/100
Resources
C+
58/100
Experience
C
51/100
Prestige
D
35/100
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
29,081
Total Enrollment
18%
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
21.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$7,293
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near College of Southern Nevada ▼
24%
of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.
What happens to students who enroll at College of Southern Nevada, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$38,087
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$31,822
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$8,000
Median debt at graduation
19.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
29.7%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 21% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 42nd percentile among associate-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NV wage index 0.93). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at College of Southern Nevada
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
For parents & investors
The College of Southern Nevada Town Property Report
Avg home value near campus: $403,522
Avg rent near campus: $1,560/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 89158 (6.9% cap, Las Vegas)
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🏆 Where College of Southern Nevada Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~7,009 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person42%
Hybrid (Some Online)28%
Fully Online29%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)52%
25-64 (Adult)35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at College of Southern Nevada?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend College of Southern Nevada?
Tuition at College of Southern Nevada is
$3,465 for in-state students
and $11,564 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $7,293.
What is the graduation rate at College of Southern Nevada?
The graduation rate at College of Southern Nevada is 18%.
This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is College of Southern Nevada a good school?
College of Southern Nevada has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend College of Southern Nevada?
College of Southern Nevada has a total enrollment of 29,081 students.
Is there rental demand near College of Southern Nevada?
Yes! Approximately 24% of students at College of Southern Nevada live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 7,009 students who need rental housing near campus.
This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Las Vegas area.
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