College of Southern Nevada

6375 W. Charleston Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89146
Top-Ranked (2026): View Rankings
  • Our College focuses on the needs of the citizens of Southern Nevada by providing educational and support services to meet those needs in the areas of transfer preparation, general education, vocational education, basic skills development, adult education and community service.

School Highlights

College of Southern Nevada serves 28,313 students (33% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the state community college average of 31:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 66%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 28,313 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,700
  • Out-state tuition: $9,345
  • Student-teacher ratio: 32:1
  • Minority enrollment: 75%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Affordability
Community Size

School Overview

The teacher population of 893 teachers has declined by 47% over five years.
College of Southern Nevada
(NV) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private for-profit
Colors
Blue and Silver
Total Faculty
893 staff
36 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of College of Southern Nevada has declined by 5% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 32:1 has increased from 20:1 over five years.
The College of Southern Nevada diversity score of 0.75 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
28,313 students
587 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
31:1
# Full-Time Students
9,366 students
587 students
# Part-Time Students
18,947 students
2,638 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
28,313 students
587 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
9,366 students
587 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
18,947 students
3,030 students
% Asian
9%
8%
% Hispanic
40%
35%
% Black
11%
10%
% White
25%
34%
% Hawaiian
1%
1%
% Two or more races
8%
7%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
5%
3%
Diversity Score
0.75
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
17%
34%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,500
$32,800

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $2,700 is equal to the state average of $2,700. The in-state tuition has declined by 29% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $9,345 is equal to the state average of $9,345. The out-state tuition has declined by 18% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,700
$2,700
Out-State Tuition Fees
$9,345
$9,345
Tuition Notes
$4,000 per year
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
80%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,500
$9,631
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,785
$5,125

Sports

Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
BaseballSoftball
Volleyball
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Coyotes
  • The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) creates opportunities and changes lives through access to quality teaching, services, and experiences that enrich our diverse community. The largest and most ethnically diverse higher education institution in Nevada, CSN is Southern Nevada’s community college and has three main campuses in Las Vegas, North Las Vegas and Henderson and multiple sites and centers. Students can choose from 150 degree and certificate options in more than 90 areas of study, including over 25 degree and certificate programs available entirely online. Led by President Michael Richards, the college is divided into six academic schools and the non-credit Division of Workforce & Economic Development, which provides workforce training, personal enrichment and customized business training opportunities for the community. There are lots of ways for students to get involved at CSN. The college boasts a national champion NJCAA baseball team, an equally competitive softball team, one of the largest honors societies in the nation for community colleges, an active student governmentand many student clubs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does College of Southern Nevada cost?
College of Southern Nevada's tuition is approximately $2,700 for In-State students and $9,345 for Out-State students.
What sports does College of Southern Nevada offer?
College of Southern Nevada offers 3 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Softball and Volleyball.
What is College of Southern Nevada's ranking?
College of Southern Nevada ranks among the top 20% of community college in Nevada for: Least expensive tuition, Largest student body and Least debt for graduating students.
In what neighborhood is College of Southern Nevada located?
College of Southern Nevada is located in the Charleston neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 28,313 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,700
  • Out-state tuition: $9,345
  • Student-teacher ratio: 32:1
  • Minority enrollment: 75%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Clark County, NV community colleges have a diversity score of 0.77, which is higher than the national average of 0.00. The most diverse community college in Clark County, NV is Las Vegas College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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