University of Nevada-Reno
About
As a prestigious Tier 1 public research institution, the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) is best known for its exceptional Mackay School of Earth Sciences and Engineering—which houses one of the world's most advanced earthquake simulation labs—as well as its award-winning Reynolds School of Journalism. On campus, the energetic "Wolf Pack" spirit thrives through competitive Division I athletics and a vibrant, active student culture centered around a historic, ivy-draped quad. What truly sets UNR apart is its enviable location nestled in the Sierra Nevada foothills, offering prospective students the unique advantage of a high-impact education paired with year-round outdoor recreation just 45 minutes from Lake Tahoe.
Wikipedia:The University of Nevada, Reno is a public land-grant research university in Reno, Nevada, United States. It is the state's flagship public university and primary land grant institution. It was founded on October 12, 1874, in Elko, Nevada.
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University of Nevada-Reno accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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