University of Nevada Reno
1644 N. Virgina Street
Reno, NV 89557

Originally founded in 1874, is made up of nine schools and colleges that offer more than 75 undergraduate majors and over 70 graduate programs. The university is well known for its agricultural research, journalism, animal biotechnology, natural sciences and mining-related engineering programs.

Nevada is known as being one of the top 150 research universities in the nation. The university is one of the leading bodies of research in Nevada's higher education system, supported by more than $80 million in funding. The University of Nevada Reno's school of medicine is also an acclaimed institution and is recognized for specializing in family medicine. The School of Medicine is a leader in biomedical knowledge and technology.

The University of Nevada Reno student media is well-known throughout the state and the campus newspaper, the Nevada Sage Brush, is one of the oldest newspapers in the state of Nevada. The student radio station and literary journal are also highly-acclaimed. Apart from student media, the University of Nevada Reno offers its students an active campus life with many fraternities, sororities, student organizations and athletic programs to choose from.

Quick Facts:

The volleyball team has qualified for the NCAA tournament five times in its history.

The university is fast becoming known for its journalism school, which has produced several Pulitzer Prize winners.

The University has one of the country's top six studies-abroad programs,

The University of of Nevada Reno offers one of the most expanding research opportunities to undergraduate students.
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