For the 2025 school year, there are 2 community colleges serving 14,099 students in Washoe County County, Nevada.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), and the student:teacher ratio is 21:1.
Community Colleges in Washoe County (2025)
College
Location
Students
Carrington College-Reno
Private for-profit
5580 Kietzke Ln.
Reno, NV 89511
(775) 335-2900
Reno, NV 89511
(775) 335-2900
| 486 students
7000 Dandini Blvd
Reno, NV 89512
(775) 673-7000
Reno, NV 89512
(775) 673-7000
| 13,613 students
Community Colleges in Washoe County, NV (Closed)
School
Location
Students
Career College of Northern Nevada (Closed 2024)
Private for-profit
1421 Pullman Dr.
Sparks, NV 89434
(775) 856-2266
Sparks, NV 89434
(775) 856-2266
| 362 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many community colleges are located in Washoe County, NV?
There are 2 community colleges serving 14,099 students in Washoe County, NV.
How diverse are community college in Washoe County, NV?
Community colleges in Washoe County, NV have approximately 53% minority enrollment, with the majority being Hispanic.
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