Career College of Northern Nevada

1421 Pullman Dr.
Sparks, NV 89434
Top Ranked (2024-25): View Rankings
nvest in Your Life with CCNN
Career College of Northern Nevada will equip you with the training you need to succeed. Do you want to complete your diploma or degree program quickly? If so, CCNN is the place for you. We eliminate non-vocational training so you can stay focused on the core subjects that will matter to you in your career.
At CCNN, we prepare you for a real future. We know what employers want, and our hands-on training programs give you the confidence needed to show them that you've got it. You won't leave CCNN with just the training theories. You'll be fully qualified to land the job, keep the job and excel in the job.
Diploma Programs:
  • HVAC/R Service Technician - Train to install and maintain heating and cooling systems for residences and commercial businesses.
  • Welding and Fabrication - Learn the primary functions of a successful welding and fabrication specialist
Associate of Occupational Studies Degrees:
  • Health Information Management - Prepare to perform medical insurance management duties, which include billing, submitting denied claims for appeal, explaining insurance procedures, coverage and benefits to patients, and more.
  • Medical Assisting - Train to complete clinical and administrative tasks for physicians and other health practitioners in a variety of settings.
  • Information Technology Specialist - Acquire the skills needed to maximize the potential of modern businesses, with an emphasis in virtualization, iPhone, iPad and tablet integration, and cloud computing technologies.
  • Industrial Electronics Technology - Learn to work with emerging engineering technologies, including robotics, hydraulics, fiber optics, smart home technology, security/surveillance systems, and more .
We offer convenient morning, afternoon and evening classes,(weekends for HVAC and Welding) as well as graduate placement services. Financial aid is available for those who qualify, and we are approved for Veteran's Training.
Admissions hours: Monday-Thursday 8 a.m.-7p.m., Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday by appointment only.

School Highlights

Career College of Northern Nevada serves 362 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the state community college average of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 93%.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 362 students
  • Acceptance Rate: 100%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
  • Minority enrollment: 98%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Career College of Northern Nevada ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Career College of Northern Nevada
(NV) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private for-profit
Total Faculty
30 staff
90 staff
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Number of Programs Offered
7
10

Student Body

The student population of Career College of Northern Nevada has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has decreased from 13:1 over five years.
The Career College of Northern Nevada diversity score of 0.59 is less than the state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
362 students
3,028 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
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# Full-Time Students
362 students
632 students
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# Part-Time Students
n/a
2,396 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
829 students
229 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
362 students
587 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
14 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
2,480 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
16 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
100 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
4%
8%
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% Asian
4%
9%
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% Hispanic
1%
1%
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% Black
34%
33%
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% White
2%
7%
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% Hawaiian
54%
37%
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% Two or more races
1%
5%
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Career College of Northern Nevada.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Nevada.
Diversity Score
0.59
0.73
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.5909%
0.5909%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.2936%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$27,000
$32,800
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
91%
91%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$12,998
$9,763
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,749
$4,749
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Acceptance Rate
100%
54%
This chart displays the percent admitted of Career College of Northern Nevada and the community college average percent admitted of Nevada by year, with the latest 2009-10 school year data.
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • Financial aid is only available to those who qualify.

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Career College of Northern Nevada often compared to?
Career College of Northern Nevadais often viewed alongside schools like College of Southern Nevada by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Career College of Northern Nevada?
The acceptance rate of Career College of Northern Nevada is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 54%.
What is Career College of Northern Nevada's ranking?
Career College of Northern Nevada ranks among the top 20% of community college in Nevada for: Average community college minority breakdown.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 362 students
  • Acceptance Rate: 100%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
  • Minority enrollment: 98%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For Nevada public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $2,700 per year for in-state students and $9,345 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $14,315 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

Nevada community colleges have a diversity score of 0.73, which is lower than the national average of 0.75. The most diverse community college in Nevada is Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts-Las Vegas. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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