College of Southern Nevada Cost & Financial Aid Information

$7,685
Average Net Price
71%
Receive Aid
50%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at College of Southern Nevada is $7,685 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$7,685

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$5,992
$30,001-48,000$6,499
$48,001-75,000$8,612
$75,001-110,000$11,292
$110,000+$11,886

Financial Aid

College of Southern Nevada demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 71% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 50% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

71%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

50%

Of students receive federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need

Grants & Scholarships

Gift aid that doesn't need to be repaid

Work-Study Programs

Part-time employment opportunities on campus

Student Loans

Federal and private loan options available

Combined Sticker Price (Undergraduate)

The sticker price represents the total cost before any financial aid is applied. In-state students can expect a sticker price of $4,110 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $12,209. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $6,510, which is 62% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $4,110

Out-of-State: $12,209

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,110
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,310

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,110
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$18,810

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$12,209
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$27,409

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$12,209
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$27,409

Commuting Students

Students living at home and commuting to campus can significantly reduce their costs.

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$4,110
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$7,810

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$12,209
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$16,409

Cost Analysis

Analyze how CSN's costs have changed over time. Over the past year, College of Southern Nevada has decreased costs by $88, representing a 1.1% reduction in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$7,773

Current Year

$7,685

Change

$-88

Affordability & Value

College of Southern Nevada is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education with strong return on investment.

Affordability Rating

Very Affordable

Based on average net price compared to national averages

Investment Value

Students receiving aid71%
Pell grant recipients50%
Student-faculty ratio17:1