About Us

Since our first classes were held on campus in 1957, UNLV has transformed itself from a small branch college into a thriving urban research institution. Along the way, our urban university has become an indispensable resource in one of the country's fastest-growing and most enterprising cities. With 11 Academic Colleges and more than 300-degree programs, there is bound to be something for everyone to be able to follow their passion at one of only 130 Carnegie R-I Very High Research Institutions. Consistently ranked among the most diverse institutions in the nation, UNLV values diversity and inclusion, social justice, and community engagement.