College of Southern Nevada

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States · Est. 1971 · Community College

Nevada's largest community college serving 30,000+ students across Las Vegas Valley with 189+ programs.

  • Founded 1971 as Clark County Community College; renamed College of Southern Nevada in 2007
  • Public community college, part of Nevada System of Higher Education
  • Three main campuses (Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, Henderson) plus 10+ learning centers
  • Enrollment: 30,000–35,000 students; 73.5% part-time, 26.5% full-time
  • Offers 189+ programs, 15 bachelor's degrees, 70+ academic programs with 180+ certificates
  • Accredited by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities since 1975; Hispanic Serving Institution (2015)

Academics

CSN provides comprehensive education across six schools: Advanced and Applied Technologies, Arts and Letters, Business/Hospitality/Public Services, Education/Behavioral/Social Sciences, Health Sciences, and Science/Engineering/Mathematics. The college offers over 189 programs of study with 15 bachelor's degrees and more than 180 degree and certificate options. With a student-to-faculty ratio of 23:1, CSN emphasizes personalized learning and has maintained accreditation by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities since 1975.

Campus & Student Life

CSN operates three main campuses in Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, and Henderson, plus 10+ learning centers throughout Clark County and southern Nevada. The student body is diverse: 41% Hispanic, 25% White, 11% Black, 9% Asian, and 8% two or more races (Fall 2024). CSN became a Minority Serving Institution (AANAPISI) in 2014 and Nevada's first Hispanic Serving Institution in 2015. Students enjoy clubs, organizations, recreation facilities, and the Coyote Cupboard food assistance program.

Athletics

CSN Coyotes compete in the Arizona Community College Athletic Conference (NJCAA Division I) with five varsity sports: men's baseball, men's soccer, women's soccer, women's softball, and women's volleyball. The baseball program, established in 2000, won the 2003 NJCAA Junior College World Series—CSN's only national championship to date. Notable alumni include MLB first-round draft pick Bryce Harper (2010) and professional baseball players Phil Bickford and Thomas Pannone.

Admissions & Support

CSN welcomes first-time college students, transfer students, high school early college participants, international students, veterans, and non-credit learners. The college offers multiple admission pathways and provides comprehensive student services including academic advising, financial aid, career services, disability resources, counseling, and a testing center. Financial aid options include federal grants, scholarships, and the Net Price Calculator to estimate costs.

Founded
1971
Type
Community College
Courses
11
Total intake
Not yet verified
AffiliationNevada System of Higher Education
Websitehttp://www.csn.edu
HousingNot available
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Quick stats

Courses offered
11
Avg career outcomes
$38.1K
Total intake
Not yet verified
Housing
No
Data last verified June 2026 · compiled from official sources