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College of Southern Nevada (CSN)
- 6375 W. Charleston Blvd.
- Las Vegas, NV 89146
- OPEID College Code: 01036200
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- General Phone: (702) 651-4000
- Interim President: Dr. Michael Richards
- Website: www.csn.edu

- Type: Public, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Bachelor's Degree
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 37,758
- College Alias: CSN

Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- ROTC Army Air Force
- Mission Statement
- The mission of the College of Southern Nevada is to implement the NSHE mission by identifying the needs
of the citizens of Southern Nevada and providing educational and support services to meet those needs in the
areas of general education, transfer preparation, vocational education, basic skills development, adult education
and community service. In meeting the needs of the community it serves the College provides student-centered services
that recognize the uniqueness of the individual, demonstrate excellence, utilize up-to-date facilities, emphasize comprehensive use of
technology, and rely upon the collaborative efforts of the College, the students and the community.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available - CSN Library Profile
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public 4-Year Primarily Associates
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Part-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Very Large Two-Year
- Admission Fees N/A
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $5.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 51%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 7% | 17% | 35% | 12% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $4,168 | $3,001 | $834 | $550 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 11.9% | 10.4% | 13.2% |
| Number in Default | 151 | 143 | 132 |
| Number in Repayment | 1,261 | 1,364 | 1,000 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $1,763 | $1,695 | $1,642 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $7,313 | $6,657 | $6,557 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 | $850 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $7,628 | $7,628 | $6,910 |
| Other Expenses | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-State | $2,763 | $2,695 | $2,492 |
| Out of State | $8,313 | $7,657 | $7,407 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-State | $12,191 | $12,123 | $11,202 |
| Out of State | $17,741 | $17,085 | $16,117 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-State | $4,563 | $4,495 | $4,292 |
| Out of State | $10,113 | $9,457 | $9,207 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 37,758 Undergraduate: 37,758
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 18,235 Female: 19,523
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 18,235 Female: 19,523
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 8,593 Part-Time: 29,165
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 8,593 Part-Time: 29,165
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 698 | 2% |
| American Indian | 351 | 0.9% |
| Black | 3,785 | 10% |
| Asian | 4,304 | 11% |
| Hispanic | 7,897 | 21% |
| White | 16,783 | 44% |
| Unknown | 3,940 | 10% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 3,562 | 9% |
| Ages 18-19 | 3,287 | 9% |
| Ages 20-21 | 5,737 | 15% |
| Ages 22-24 | 6,138 | 16% |
| Ages 25-29 | 6,325 | 17% |
| Ages 30-34 | 3,957 | 10% |
| Ages 35-39 | 2,835 | 8% |
| Ages 40-49 | 3,517 | 9% |
| Ages 50-65 | 1,713 | 5% |
| Age Over 65 | 322 | 0.9% |
| Age Uknown | 365 | 1% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 2,523 | 1,213 | 1,310 |
| Faculty Status | 650 | 650 | - |
| Tenured Faculty | 349 | 349 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 1,635 | 488 | 1,147 |
| Primarily Instruction | 1,635 | 488 | 1,147 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 70 | 70 | - |
| Other Professionals | 325 | 165 | 160 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 493 | 490 | 3 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 310 | 308 | 2 |
| Skilled Crafts | 9 | 9 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 150 | 150 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $63,082 (457) | $63,850 (256) | $62,104 (201) |
| Professor | $68,947 (298) | $69,328 (176) | $68,397 (122) |
| Instructor | $49,302 (107) | $48,980 (52) | $49,606 (55) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $77,770 (31) | $87,228 (16) | $67,682 (15) |
| Professor | $77,334 (20) | $86,002 (11) | $66,740 (9) |
| Instructor | $68,451 (3) | - (-) | $68,451 (3) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $63,117 (488) | $64,292 (272) | $61,637 (216) |
| Professor | $68,590 (318) | $69,389 (187) | $67,450 (131) |
| Instructor | $49,485 (110) | $48,980 (52) | $49,937 (58) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (Njcaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $138,000 | $73,000 | $65,000 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 53% | 47% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Baseball | 24 | 24 | - |
| Softball | 20 | - | 20 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $49,500 | $10,000 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $10,000 | $10,000 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Baseball | 4 | 4 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 3 | - |
| Softball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
Graduation Rates
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 10% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 8% |
| Female | 11% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | 17% |
| Black | 1% |
| Asian | 17% |
| Hispanic | 12% |
| White | 8% |
| Unknown | 11% |
Crime Statistics
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | 6 | - |
| Drug Related | 11 | 3 |
| Liquor Related | 2 | - |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Vehicle Theft | 19 | 22 |
| Arson | 1 | 1 |
College Reviews
Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
