Western Nevada College

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Accredited

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Open

Enrollment

$3,465

Avg. Tuition

4,188

Total Students

Small Town

Carson City, NV

Founded 1971

176.56 acres

About Western Nevada College

Western Nevada College is a public community college providing affordable, high-quality education and technical training. It offers a wide range of associate degrees, certificates of achievement, and select bachelor's degrees to support regional workforce needs.

Programs Offered

Commercial Driver Training (CDL)

Certificate

Duration: 5 weeks
Tuition: $4,900

Nursing (AAS)

Associate Degree

Duration: 2 years
Tuition: $8,336

Welding Technology

Certificate/Associate

Duration: 1-2 years
Tuition: $4,168

Automotive Mechanics

Certificate/Associate

Duration: 1-2 years
Tuition: $4,168

Learning Format

Student-to-Instructor Ratio
16:1
Hands-On Training
N/A
Start Dates
Fall/Spring
Externship
Included

Schedule Options

Day Classes Evening Classes Weekend Classes Online Available Hybrid Available

Admissions

Open

Enrollment

18+

Minimum Age

$15

Application Fee

Admission Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • New student orientation
  • Academic advising

Cost & Financial Aid

Average Tuition $3,465
Books & Supplies $840
Equipment Fees $255
Estimated Total $4,560

Financial Aid Options

Financial Aid Available GI Bill Accepted WIA Approved Payment Plans

Available Scholarships

  • WNC Foundation Scholarships
  • Nevada Promise Scholarship

Graduate Outcomes

41%

Graduation Rate

92%

Job Placement Rate

95%

Licensure Pass Rate

Salary Information

$41,987

Average Starting Salary

Top Employers

Click BondRenown HealthCarson Tahoe HealthSt. Mary's Regional Medical CenterMGM Resorts

Student Services

Job Placement Assistance Career Services Tutoring Available Childcare Available

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