Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 62.1%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 62.4%
- Retention Rate
- 80.4%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $60,614
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $18,922
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 16:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 66.2%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $201/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $104,192 | $41,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $82,440 | $30,115 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Master | $79,284 | |
| Mining and Mineral Engineering. | Bachelor | $69,338 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $69,161 | $19,500 |
| Computer Engineering. | Bachelor | $67,473 | $21,500 |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor | $67,324 | $17,250 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master | $66,461 | $41,000 |
| Civil Engineering. | Master | $66,169 | |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $59,011 | $21,955 |
| Psychology, General. | Doctoral | $58,673 | |
| Medicine. | Doctoral | $57,995 | $172,471 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $57,860 | |
| Psychology, General. | Master | $57,770 | |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor | $57,705 | $22,342 |
Outcomes Overview
University of Nevada-Reno graduates earn a median of $60,614 ten years after graduation, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 31% with typical student debt of $18,922. Monthly loan payments of $201 consume just 4% of median earnings, well below concerning thresholds. The school's strong engineering and journalism programs feed graduates into Nevada's growing tech sector and regional media markets. An employment rate of 95.3% reflects solid job placement, though the 62% graduation rate means many students don't reach the finish line. Alumni like Colin Kaepernick demonstrate the potential for success, but outcomes vary by program. Overall, UNR offers an average return on investment for students who complete their degrees.