University of Nevada Reno - Admission Requirements, SAT, ACT, GPA and chance of acceptance

Your chances of getting into University of Nevada Reno

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

85.6%

Admission Difficulty for University of Nevada Reno
Measure	Difficulty
Admission Standards		Average
Applicant Competition		Very Low

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at University of Nevada-Reno is 85.6%. Its admission rate is the 3rd lowest in Nevada.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into University of Nevada-Reno and can you get accepted?

University of Nevada Reno is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 8,047 out of the 9,398 who applied were admitted.

University of Nevada Reno typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.4. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 41% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into University of Nevada-Reno?

86% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to University of Nevada Reno you should:

Have a high school GPA of 3.4 or better
Earn B+ grades in high school
Score 1170 on the SAT
Score 23 on the ACT
Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

University of Nevada-Reno GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

3.4

Typical High School Grades

B+

What GPA do you need to get into University of Nevada Reno?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into University of Nevada-Reno are to have around a 3.4 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.4 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as University of Nevada-Reno accepts 86% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at University of Nevada-Reno is 3.4 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school. The school ranks #2 in Nevada for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since University of Nevada-Reno is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.4 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted University of Nevada Reno students
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	4.0%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	21.0%	Good
3.50 to 3.74	24.0%	Avg +
3.25 to 3.49	21.0%	Avg -
3.00 to 3.24	16.0%	Reach
2.50 to 2.99	13.0%	Reach
2.00 to 2.49	1.0%	Low
1.00 to 1.99	0%	Low
less than 1.00	0%	Low

What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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University of Nevada-Reno SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required by University of Nevada Reno. The school has a test blind policy.

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

1060-1270

Applicants Submitting SAT

12%

SAT Scores for University of Nevada Reno
SAT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	530
Math 25th Percentile	530
Composite 25th Percentile	1060

SAT Scores for University of Nevada Reno
SAT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	640
Math 75th Percentile	630
Composite 75th Percentile	1270
Average SAT Score	1170

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to University of Nevada Reno?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at University of Nevada-Reno is 1170 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1060-1270. Students who get into University of Nevada Reno score in the top 49 percent of all SAT test takers.. University of Nevada-Reno ranks #1 in the state of Nevada for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1170 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. University of Nevada-Reno regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1060 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1060, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 950, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

University of Nevada Reno is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not considered for admission, even if submitted (test blind)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1170 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1165, you have around a 86% chance of being admitted. A 1270 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 92% chance of getting in.

University of Nevada Reno admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1270 and Above	Good	>92%
1165 to 1270	Avg +	86%-92%
1060 to 1165	Avg -	76%-86%
955 to 1060	Reach	63%-76%
Less than 955	Low	<63%

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University of Nevada-Reno ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range

20-26

Applicants Submitting ACT

60%

ACT Scores for University of Nevada Reno
ACT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	18
Math 25th Percentile	18
Composite 25th Percentile	20

ACT Scores for University of Nevada Reno
ACT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	26
Math 75th Percentile	26
Composite 75th Percentile	26
Average ACT Score	23

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into University of Nevada-Reno?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to University of Nevada-Reno is 23, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 20 and 26. The school ranks #1 in Nevada for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 23. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 20 and score in the score in the top 49 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 17.

60 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to University of Nevada Reno.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as University of Nevada Reno is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not considered for admission, even if submitted (test blind)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into University of Nevada-Reno for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 23 score has around 86% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 92% with a 26 ACT score.

University of Nevada Reno admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
26 and Above	Good	>92%
23 to 26	Avg +	86%-92%
20 to 23	Avg -	76%-86%
17 to 20	Reach	63%-76%
Less than 17	Low	<63%

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High School Class Rank

52% of University of Nevada Reno freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 24% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted University of Nevada Reno students
High School Class Rank	Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class	24%
Top 25% of class	52%
Top 50% of class	81%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

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Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

University of Nevada Reno admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	5,238	4,152	9,398
Accepted	4,523	3,520	8,047
Acceptance Rate	86%	85%	86%
Enrolled	1,792	1,504	3,296
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	40%	43%	41%

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2025 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Apr 7, 2025

Days left to Apply

103

Applicants have 103 days left until the Fall 2025 term applications are due on Apr 7, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Nevada Reno is $60.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to University of Nevada Reno and what student information is used for admission decisions?

University of Nevada Reno Application Requirements
Test Scores	Not considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High School GPA	Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank	Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program	Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations	Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies	Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at University of Nevada Reno
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because University of Nevada Reno is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.4 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1170 and ACT of 23 will almost guarantee your admission.