The average community college acceptance rate in Nevada is approximately 85% per year (2025-26).
The most selective college in Nevada is currently Pima Medical Institute-Las Vegas, with an acceptance rate of 75%.
Acceptance Rate Range: 75% 
90%
Avg. Acceptance Rate: 85%
Most Selective Community Colleges in Nevada (2025-26)
College
Acceptance Rate
Location
Rank: #11.
Pima Medical Institute-Las Vegas
Private for-profit
Acceptance Rate: 75%
3333 East Flamingo Road
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 458-9650
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 458-9650
Rank: #2 - 32. -  3.
Northwest Career College![Northwest Career College Photo Northwest Career College Photo]()

Private for-profit
Acceptance Rate: 90%
7398 Smoke Ranch Road, Ste 100
Las Vegas, NV 89128
(702) 254-7577
Las Vegas, NV 89128
(702) 254-7577
Rank: #2 - 32. -  3.
Acceptance Rate: 90%
7000 Dandini Blvd
Reno, NV 89512
(775) 673-7000
Reno, NV 89512
(775) 673-7000
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Nevada average community college acceptance rate?
The Nevada average community college acceptance rate is 85% for 2025-26.
What are the most selective community college in Nevada?
The most selective community college in Nevada include Pima Medical Institute-Las Vegas, Northwest Career College and Truckee Meadows Community College.
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