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University of Nevada, Reno

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About University of Nevada, Reno

Public research university in Reno, Nevada. Strong engineering, business, and sciences programs.

Campus & Location

Province

NV

Campus setting

Suburban

Cost of living: Housing: USD 1,100–1,800/mo. Food: USD 370–570/mo. Nevada; no state income tax. Growing tech sector (Tesla Gigafactory nearby).

Optional Practical Training (OPT)

All graduates from CRICOS-registered programs qualify for 12-month Optional Practical Training (OPT). STEM-designated programs (CS, Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, Sciences) qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension — 36 months total of US work authorisation.

Admission requirements — Nepali equivalents

A rough translation of the published minimums for Nepali applicants:

GPA 3.060%+ in NEB +2, B+ average in Cambridge A-levels, or Second Division in a TU bachelor's degree.
GPA 3.370%+ in NEB +2 or First Division in a TU bachelor's degree.
GPA 3.675%+ in NEB +2 or First Division with Distinction in a TU bachelor's degree.
IELTS 6.5The most common graduate minimum — achievable with 2–3 months of focused preparation. IELTS 7.0+ needed for the most competitive programs.

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