Sierra Nevada University
Sierra Nevada University is a private, 4-year institution established in Incline Village, Nevada. SNU’s scenic campus, located beside Lake Tahoe, features a number of facilities, such as the Tahoe Center for Environmental Sciences, the Holman Arts & Media Center, and the Prim Library. Along with the college’s more traditional degree options in the liberal arts and sciences, SNU also offers Interdisciplinary degrees programs, which feature unique combinations of hands-on studies to prepare students for their own personal life goals. Students attending SNU have a variety of student life activity options, such as the Outdoor Adventure program, which maintains a robust, ever-changing schedule of events throughout the year that take full advantage of the college’s location.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Admitted Student Stats
24%
Submitting ACT
60%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 19
Average SAT Composite: 1043
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
617
Total Number of Undergrads
274
Classroom Sizes
0
100
39%
Graduate in 4 Years
US National: 28%
0
100
47%
Graduate in 6 Years
US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
9:1
US National: 21:1
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $35,508
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| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $35,508
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Additional Costs
Room and Board
The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
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$13,825
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| Books and Supplies | $1900
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Aid & Grants
0
100
77%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
Students Receiving Grants
Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
32%
Average Aid Per Year
$20,166
32%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$3,271
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$18,809
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans
Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
52%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$10,880
Average Debt at Graduation
The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$14,000
Median Monthly Loan Payment
The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$214
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Student Organizations
15
Size of Town
Suburb or town
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
No
Housing
0
100
41%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Eagles
School Colors
royal blue and white
Varsity Athletics Association
NAIA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Employed
6 mos. after graduation
90%
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$46,600
What Students Are Saying
3.19
Average Rating
SNC Is a truly unique four year private liberal arts college! With solid professors experienced in their fields, you can't beat the education. With the schools location being in Lake Tahoe you can also enjoy the best recreation of the Sierras!
Carol from Anacortes, WA
Sierra Nevada College has change my life in many ways. I love the college because its its a great place. I would tell other students about this college.
Ethan from Whiteriver, AZ
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