Nevada State University's 511-acre Henderson campus, the state's first four-year state college since 2002, is primarily a commuter school, with its first-ever on-campus student housing - a 342-bed, 100% privately financed housing village - having opened as a major milestone in the university's growth.
Enrollment
7,283
Total Students
Freshman Class
1,821
Approx.
Move-In Dates
Aug 19, 2026
Fall 2026
Acceptance Rate
82%
Most recent cycle
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Details
Given Nevada State's housing village is managed by American Campus Communities rather than the university directly, move-in logistics should be confirmed directly through that partner via the leasing office or resident portal.
Check your assignment in the housing portal for your specific date and time - your exact move-in date is shown above in the Overview.
Move-in day logistics
- Arrival window
- The Fall 2026 Academic Term lease period begins August 19, 2026 - contact the leasing office directly to confirm your specific move-in appointment.
- What you'll receive
- Units come furnished, per The Village's own floor plan listings (2BR/2BA and 4BR/2BA configurations).
Move-in day tips
- Arrive during your assigned move-in window - arriving early may mean waiting until your time slot.
- Bring a rolling cart or hand truck - campus carts can run out quickly during busy move-in periods.
- Have a parking backup plan - spaces near residence halls can fill up quickly, so know where you can unload if your preferred area is full.
- Watch the loading-zone time limit - many campuses require you to move your vehicle to longer-term parking after unloading.
Housing & Dorms
- Photo coming soon
Nevada State Housing Village
Apartment-style · Coed
Housing Links
Each available link goes directly to Nevada State University's own specific page, not just its general homepage.
Orientation
New Student Orientation (required)
All new students are required to attend one orientation session.
June 1 - August 19, 2026
Orientation tips
- Register as early as your class allows - popular session dates fill up first.
- Bring a parent/guardian if separate family programming is offered.
- Check whether placement testing or advising sign-ups happen the same day.
Costs
Room & Board
$11,500
Estimated / Year
Nearby Essentials
- Walgreens2.4 miles
- CVS Pharmacy3.7 miles
- Walmart4.5 miles
- Target5.1 miles
More Links
Checklists
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A free, printable packing checklist covering everything from bedding to important documents - built for any freshman, including yours at Nevada State University.
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