This page offers college-planning resources unique to Nevada, including higher-education agencies, higher-education institutions, savings plans, state financial-aid programs, benefits for veterans and special programs.

Nevada Higher-Education Agencies

• Nevada Department of Education.
• Nevada System of Higher Education.

Nevada Higher-Education Institutions

Nevada offers outstanding higher-education programs that are affordable and close to home. With two state universities, a new state college, four comprehensive community colleges, private colleges and career schools, Nevada higher education provides a broad range of options from which to choose.

Four-Year State Colleges and Universities

• Nevada State College.
• University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
• University of Nevada, Reno.

Community Colleges

• Community College of Southern Nevada.
• Great Basin College.
• Truckee Meadows Community College.
• Western Nevada College.

Private College

• Sierra Nevada College.

Career Schools

• High-Tech Institute.
• ITT Technical Institute.
• International Academy of Design and Technology.
• Lincoln College of Technology.
• Morrison University.
• The Art Institute of Las Vegas.
• University of Phoenix.

Special Programs

• Adult Basic Education.
• Distance Learning.

Use College Answer's School Search Tool to compare colleges and universities on your list.

• Dean's Future Scholars Program encourages students to pursue teacher education.
• Nevada Workforce Informer offers an easy-to-use career exploration tool.
• Nevada Department of Employment, Training & Rehabilitation offers education requirements and typical job earnings.

Savings Plans

State Treasurer College Programs provide tax-advantaged options to save for college:

• Nevada Prepaid Tuition Program.
• State Treasurer/Upromise College Fund 529 Plan.

State Financial-Aid Programs

• Governor Guinn Millennium Scholarship Program offers funding to high-school students who meet eligibility requirements and plan to attend a Nevada college.
• Nevada GEAR UP helps economically disadvantaged middle school and high-school students prepare for higher education.
• WICHE Student Exchange offers Nevada residents the opportunity to attend select out-of-state schools at a special reduced tuition rate.
• Tribal Scholarships are available for Native American students. Contact your tribe or nation for details.
• Leveraging Educational Assistance Program. A joint state-federal program that provides grants up to $5,000 for Nevada residents with financial need. Funding is limited. Check with your school's financial-aid office.

Important: To qualify for federal and other sources of financial aid, you must file the FAFSA. Check with your financial-aid administrator for school deadlines.

Benefits for Veterans

• Nevada State Veteran Benefits.