Here is what part-time students pay per credit hour at University of Nevada-Reno, together with the standard annual tuition and fee figures.
Here’s what this page covers:
For in-state part-time enrollment the rate is $281 a credit hour. Out-of-state part-time enrollment costs $590 a credit hour.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Per Credit Hour | $281 | $590 |
Note that the per-credit-hour cost shown here is the published rate, not counting any aid or scholarships students may be eligible for.
For context, the standard annual tuition and fees for full-time undergraduates at University of Nevada-Reno are broken out below.
Of that annual total, required fees amounted to $1,148 in-state and $1,148 out-of-state; the balance is base tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $8,430 | $26,572 |
| Fees | $1,148 | $1,148 |
| Total | $9,578 | $27,720 |
These tuition and fees cover one year of academic instruction and do not include room and board costs.
Below is how tuition at University of Nevada-Reno has moved over the last few reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $7,470 | $23,562 |
| Two Years Ago | $7,680 | $24,222 |
| One Year Ago | $7,876 | $24,832 |
| Most Recent Year | $8,430 | $26,572 |
Over the most recent year, out-of-state tuition climbed 7.0%. At the same pace next year, tuition + fees would be roughly $29,662 next year.
Annual tuition increases are the norm at most institutions, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
Add a yearly growth assumption to your budget so rising costs don’t blow up your plan.
A per-credit-hour figure is only part of the conversation — grant aid and scholarships often reduce what students actually pay.
For a breakdown of aid offered at University of Nevada-Reno, take a look at the University of Nevada-Reno Financial Aid page.
Comparing to full-time enrollment? See the University of Nevada-Reno Tuition & Fees page.