University of Nevada - Reno
The University of Nevada - Reno (UNR) is a public university that offers online degree programs at the bachelor's and master's levels. These online master's programs typically require 30-36 credit hours, and students usually take about two years to finish. UNR accepts about 88% of its applicants, and 60% of students graduate. Today, UNR has over 900 teachers, teaches about 18,000 full-time students annually, and is approved by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities in the region.
About 22,000 students take at least one online course at UNR annually, and the university provides over 200 online classes. For those interested in getting a master's degree online, UNR offers programs in education (with specializations in literacy, information technology, and educational psychology), business administration, justice management, social work, public health, and behavior analytic psychology. UNR also has an online Doctorate of Nursing Practice.
UNR uses the Canvas learning management system for both asynchronous (you learn at your own pace) and synchronous (you know with others in real-time) online learning. The student-to-faculty ratio at UNR is 17:1. UNR provides financial aid options like loans, scholarships, grants, and loans. The university has online student resources like tech support, tutoring, academic advising, disability services, veterans services, and a writing center. UNR also offers online graduate certificates, minors, and other non-degree programs.
Many online programs at UNR have multiple start dates throughout the year, giving students more flexibility. Admission requirements vary depending on the specific degree you're interested in, but, in general, graduate programs require a minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.75, official transcripts from previous schools, GRE or GMAT scores, a resume or CV, a statement of purpose, and three letters of recommendation. The application fee for graduate programs is $60, and it's nonrefundable.
Like other online colleges in Nevada, UNR charges higher tuition for students who live outside the state. However, if you're from nearby states and studying at the undergraduate level, you might qualify for reduced rates through the Western Undergraduate Exchange.
Detailed information:
- Founded: 1874
- Address: 1664 N Virginia St, Reno, NV 89557, United States
- Phone: +1 775-784-1110
- Website: https://www.unr.edu/degrees/online-programs
- Tuition and Fees: $8,588 (local tuition) - $24,680 (domestic tuition)
