UNLV
University of Nevada-Las Vegas · Las Vegas, Nevada · Public
UNLV admitted 84% of 15,271 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1030–1240 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 50% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at UNLV
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Application deadlines
UNLV’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application fee is $60 ($95 for international applicants), and UNLV accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check UNLV’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
UNLV doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How UNLV rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
Important
- –
Considered
- Test scores
Not considered
- Class rank
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.40 GPA. 21% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $26,504 in-state and $43,460 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $11,388 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is UNLV’s acceptance rate?
UNLV admitted 84% of applicants: 12,820 of 15,271 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is UNLV’s application deadline?
UNLV uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.
What SAT score do you need for UNLV?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1030 to 1240, with a median around 1130. A score at or above 1130 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is UNLV’s application fee?
The application fee is $60 ($95 for international applicants) for 2026–27, and UNLV accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Does UNLV have supplemental essays?
No. UNLV doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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