All University of Nevada-Reno majors by area
- Science & Math · 17
- Engineering · 12
- Social Sciences & Public Service · 11
- Business & Finance · 8
- Health & Medicine · 6
- Humanities & Languages · 6
- Arts & Design · 5
- Education · 3
- Communications & Media · 2
- Technology & Computing · 2
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | $46,365 | $70,681 | $15,000 |
| Microbiological Sciences and Immunology | $39,752 | $66,355 | $19,500 |
| Biochemistry | $33,983 | $63,239 | $15,368 |
| Biology | $35,617 | $59,715 | $20,153 |
| Neuroscience | $30,991 | $57,769 | $21,377 |
| Environmental Science / Conservation | $36,481 | $55,528 | $14,000 |
| Agriculture / Veterinary Preparatory Programs | — | $52,481 | — |
| Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management | $33,351 | $46,171 | $21,150 |
| Agriculture | — | — | — |
| Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology | — | — | — |
| Biotechnology | — | — | — |
| Chemistry | $39,614 | — | $16,552 |
| Forestry | — | — | — |
| Geology / Earth Science | $39,553 | — | $23,250 |
| Physics | — | — | — |
| Physiology | — | — | — |
| Plant Sciences | — | — | — |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Engineering | $69,310 | $100,203 | $21,375 |
| Electrical Engineering | $60,223 | $96,291 | $16,500 |
| Mechanical Engineering | $61,977 | $88,460 | $22,750 |
| Chemical Engineering | $64,039 | $84,965 | $22,000 |
| Environmental Engineering | $65,194 | $83,233 | $25,060 |
| Civil Engineering | $67,379 | $81,201 | $23,250 |
| Geological / Geophysical Engineering | — | $78,079 | — |
| Biomedical Engineering | — | — | — |
| Engineering Physics | — | — | — |
| Materials Engineering | — | — | — |
| Metallurgical Engineering | — | — | — |
| Mining and Mineral Engineering | — | — | — |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting | $59,218 | $85,943 | $17,116 |
| International Business | $43,096 | $76,236 | $13,750 |
| Business Economics | — | $74,032 | — |
| Finance | $51,495 | $72,227 | $15,000 |
| Business | $45,630 | $68,419 | $17,500 |
| Marketing | $44,661 | $67,914 | $20,500 |
| Business Administration | $44,914 | $59,014 | $17,975 |
| Economics | $47,766 | — | $22,950 |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | $85,733 | $97,949 | $20,813 |
| Health Sciences | $37,198 | $63,049 | $21,500 |
| Speech-Language Pathology / Communication Disorders | $23,733 | $59,896 | $18,500 |
| Nutrition Science | $37,139 | $57,193 | $20,100 |
| Dietetics | — | — | — |
| Public Health | — | — | — |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| History | $33,981 | $55,230 | $18,780 |
| Liberal Arts / General Studies | $43,520 | $52,501 | $23,790 |
| Spanish / French / Romance Languages | $35,591 | $51,433 | $14,139 |
| English | $24,797 | $45,095 | $26,155 |
| Ethnic / Gender Studies | — | — | — |
| Philosophy | — | — | $18,500 |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio Art | $24,906 | $41,074 | $23,500 |
| Dance | — | — | — |
| Graphic / Interior / Fashion Design | — | — | — |
| Music | — | — | $27,000 |
| Theatre | — | — | — |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Education, Other | — | $55,892 | — |
| Education (Elementary / Secondary) | $46,524 | $55,532 | $22,700 |
| Education (Subject Teaching) | $47,544 | — | $20,769 |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communications | $40,296 | $68,953 | $17,688 |
| Journalism | $36,109 | $54,322 | $19,500 |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences | $52,970 | $77,237 | $20,500 |
| Computer Science | — | — | — |
College Scorecard field of study, latest release: median earnings of graduates who received federal aid, 1 and 4 years after graduating; median federal loan debt. — means too few graduates to report.
From major to career
Mechanical Engineering → Mechanical engineer
Median annual wage for all workers in this job. U.S. jobs projected to grow 11.2% from 2025 to 2035. Typical entry education: bachelor's degree.
BLS OEWS May 2025; Employment Projections 2025-35
Nursing → Registered nurse
Median annual wage for all workers in this job. U.S. jobs projected to grow 5.6% from 2025 to 2035. Typical entry education: bachelor's degree.
BLS OEWS May 2025; Employment Projections 2025-35
Across all majors, former University of Nevada-Reno students earn a median $60,614 ten years after starting college, more than 86% of Nevada colleges we cover. 61% graduate within six years.
University of Nevada-Reno majors questions
How many majors does University of Nevada-Reno offer?
University of Nevada-Reno offers 72 bachelor's majors across 10 areas; the most majors are in Science & Math and Engineering.
What is the highest-paying major at University of Nevada-Reno?
Computer Engineering graduates from University of Nevada-Reno earn a median $100,203 four years after graduating, the highest of the 45 majors with reported earnings. Their median debt is $21,375.
Which University of Nevada-Reno majors earn the least?
Among majors with reported earnings, Studio Art graduates earn the least: a median $41,074 four years after graduating.
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Sources: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (field of study); Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS, Employment Projections). Back to University of Nevada-Reno overview