Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 009192
- Phone: (775) 738-8493
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
63.61%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
10:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$18,658Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Sierra Nevada College (SNC)
1500 College Parkway, Elko, NV
Sierra Nevada College is a nonprofit private college that has a large number of majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Incline Village, Nevada, in a predominantly rural area. Nearly 1000 students enroll at Sierra Nevada College annually.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs Sierra Nevada College offers:
- Elementary Education
- Secondary Education
- Educational Leadership and Administration
- Resort Management
- Business Administration
The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. The majority of students accepted to this school have an SAT score between 1310 to 1640, or an ACT score in a range of 19 to 23. 58% of students that apply are admitted to Sierra Nevada College, of which 31% choose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found here.
The cost of tuition is approximately $28,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should use the school's net price calculator to get a better idea of their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Housing is available for students, and generally costs around $5,900 annually. Some students at Sierra Nevada College may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.
Students who wish to see more about Sierra Nevada College can take a look at their website at www.sierranevada.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give you an idea of the students SNC accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Sierra Nevada College is around 890 students, where graduate students make up roughly 9% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are between $34,000-$41,000 for both state residents and nonresidents
- Part time students pay in the range of $1,500 to $1,800 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 100% | $17,752 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 90% | $5,381 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Sierra Nevada College may provide student services including:
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Employment search assistance
Intercollegiate Athletics
SNC is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Skiing
- Soccer
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Other Sports
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Sierra Nevada College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
Education
English Language and Literature
- Creative Writing (M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Natural Resources and Conservation
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Sierra Nevada College.
- Lincoln University - Oakland in Sacramento, CA (161 miles away)
- Dominican University of California in Pleasant Hill, CA (164 miles away)
- Menlo College in Ukiah, CA (174 miles away)
Also, check out our college lists below, which can help students compare schools to one another:
- Compare schools and see a list of all colleges in Nevada
- Find out what other private colleges are located in Nevada
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 009192
- Phone: (775) 738-8493
- School Homepage