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$3,920Tuition
1,967Students
37%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$41,987Earnings
#3 in NevadaPublic4-yearData: 2023-24

Cost Details

In-State Tuition
$3,920
Out-of-State Tuition
$12,019
Average Net Price
$12,424
Students Receiving Financial Aid
18.5%
Room & Board (Off Campus)
$14,156
Books & Supplies
$840
Median Debt at Graduation
$10,500
Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
$111/mo
Loan Repayment Rate
32.7%
Students Taking Federal Loans
3.0%
Pell Grant Recipients
18.5%

Net Price by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education

Net price by family income bracket
Family Income Average Net Price
$0 – $30,000 $12,311
$30,001 – $48,000 $11,725
$48,001 – $75,000 $12,655
$75,001 – $110,000 $14,200
$110,001+ $19,595

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Cost Overview

Most families at Western Nevada College pay between $11,725 and $19,595 per year depending on income, making this community college one of Nevada's most affordable options. Over four years, total costs range from $47,000 to $78,000. The college keeps expenses low through minimal financial aid complexity, only 13% of students receive institutional grants averaging $4,591.

Graduates carry just $10,500 in median debt, translating to monthly payments of $111. With median earnings of $41,987 ten years after graduation, loan payments consume roughly 3% of income. The 94% employment rate reflects the college's focus on career preparation and workforce development. Only 3% of students take federal loans, indicating most families can afford attendance without borrowing.

In-state students get the strong deal here, 99% of enrollment comes from Nevada residents who pay the $3,920 tuition rate rather than the $12,019 out-of-state price.

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