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 29,942 students (30% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the state community college average of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the state average of 93%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
Enrollment: 29,942 students
In-state tuition: $2,700
Out-state tuition: $9,345
Student:teacher ratio: 18:1
Minority enrollment: 93%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The teacher population of 1,691 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
College of Southern Nevada
(NV) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private for-profit
Total Faculty
1,691 staff
90 staff
Student Body
The student population of College of Southern Nevada has declined by 11% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 has decreased from 20:1 over five years.
The College of Southern Nevada diversity score of 0.76 is more than the state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
29,942 students
3,028 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
# Full-Time Students
9,075 students
632 students
# Part-Time Students
20,867 students
2,396 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
211 students
229 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
9,075 students
587 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
14 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
20,867 students
2,480 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
16 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
100 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
10%
8%
% Asian
11%
9%
% Hispanic
1%
1%
% Black
36%
33%
% White
7%
7%
% Hawaiian
29%
37%
% Two or more races
6%
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
1%
n/a
Diversity Score
0.76
0.73
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.5909%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.1638%
0.2936%
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 21% 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 9% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,700
$2,700
Out-State Tuition Fees
$9,345
$9,345
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
82%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,500
$9,763
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,785
$4,749
Acceptance Rate
n/a
90%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Baseball, Softball, Volleyball
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
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.
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Quick Stats (2024-25)
Enrollment: 29,942 students
In-state tuition: $2,700
Out-state tuition: $9,345
Student:teacher ratio: 18:1
Minority enrollment: 93%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
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.
