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 39,628 students (27% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 66%.
Quick Stats (2025)
Enrollment: 39,628 students
In-state tuition: $2,700
Out-state tuition: $9,345
Student:teacher ratio: 23:1
Minority enrollment: 74%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The student population of College of Southern Nevada has grown by 16% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 has increased from 18:1 over five years.
The College of Southern Nevada diversity score of 0.74 is equal to the state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
39,628 students
587 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
10,830 students
820 students
# Part-Time Students
28,798 students
3,321 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
396 students
447 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
10,830 students
587 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
14 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
28,798 students
3,555 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
16 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
100 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
1%
% Asian
10%
9%
% Hispanic
40%
34%
% Black
11%
10%
% White
26%
34%
% Hawaiian
1%
2%
% Two or more races
8%
7%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
5%
2%
Diversity Score
0.74
0.74
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)
0.169%
0.3423%
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 30% 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 17% 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: 2024 (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 (2025)
Enrollment: 39,628 students
In-state tuition: $2,700
Out-state tuition: $9,345
Student:teacher ratio: 23:1
Minority enrollment: 74%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
