The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) is a public research university located in Las Vegas, Nevada. Its campus spans 335 acres and serves a student body of 32,911, with a minority student population of 71%, reflecting its status as a minority-serving and Hispanic-serving institution. The university's academic scope is broad, offering 78 undergraduate majors, 84 minors, and more than 197 graduate degree and certificate programs.
UNLV's academic and research activities span a range of fields, including Hospitality, Engineering, Business, Health Sciences, Liberal Arts, Law, Medicine, and Dental Medicine. Its strategic plan, "Top Tier 2.0," frames a mission centered on improving lives through education, research, and community engagement. The university contributes to regional economic development, and a notable majority of its graduates - exceeding 60% - choose to remain in Nevada.
