College of Southern Nevada

About College of Southern Nevada

The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) is Nevada's largest and most ethnically diverse public college, serving over 30,000 students across Clark County, Nevada. Founded in 1971 as part of the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE), CSN operates three comprehensive campuses in Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, and Henderson, along with several community learning centers. CSN is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU) and designated as an official Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI). Offering four-year Bachelor of Applied Science and Bachelor of Science degrees, transfer-oriented Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, and Associate of Business degrees, as well as workforce-focused Associate of Applied Science degrees and Certificates of Achievement across 11 Areas of Study, CSN prepares students for immediate high-wage careers and seamless transfer to top research universities.