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At Western Nevada College, we're here to help you meet your academic goals in a friendly, supportive campus environment. Western students enjoy strong academic programs, smaller classes, and knowledgeable professors who really care about them.

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Nevada Promise Scholarship

Isabel Meza, of Gardnerville, celebrates as she receives her diploma at the Western Nevada College 2017 Commencement in Carson City, Nev.

The scholarship covers the cost of tuition

and class fees for qualifying students under 20

attending WNC in fall 2018.

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Latest News

Mark Ghan to Lead WNC as Acting President

The Board of Regents today approved the appointment of P. Mark Ghan as the acting president of Western Nevada College […]

Public Invited to Participate in WNC’s Master Planning Process

The community is invited to participate in a meeting to assist Western Nevada College with the 10-year master plan for its campuses on Tuesday, Oct. 24 in the Bonanza Room at Carson City Community Center.

Mark Ghan Talks About All Things WNC on KNPR

Western Nevada College Officer in Charge Mark Ghan recently talked about the college on Nevada Public Radio.

‘Making A Mark’ Exhibit at Main Gallery Celebrates Drawing

Now showing in the Carson City campus gallery is the Nevada Art Council’s traveling exhibit, “Making A Mark.”

WNC Veterans Club Plans Spaghetti Feed Fundraiser on Nov. 4

The Student Veterans Club of Western Nevada College is hosting a spaghetti feed and raffle drawing fundraise on Saturday, Nov. 4 at the Veterans Memorial Hall in Carson City.

Tickets for Beauty and the Beast on Sale

Tickets are on sale for Western Nevada Musical Theatre Company’s production of the full Broadway version of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast.
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Hurricane Relief Fund

Please join ASWN in raising money for Americares to send Emergency Kits to provide disaster relief to those victims of the Earthquake in Mexico, and Hurricanes Irma and Maria.

Degrees & Programs

Certificate of Achievement

For those desiring a shorter course of study, WNC offers certificates of achievement in many occupational areas.

Associate of Applied Science

The Associate of Applied Science degree is designed for those students who desire a two-year course of study and training in an occupational and/or technological career field.

Associate of Arts

The Associate of Arts degree is primarily for students planning to transfer with junior standing to a four-year college or university for a baccalaureate degree.

Associate of General Studies

The Associate of General Studies has increasingly been utilized by students who intend to transfer to four-year colleges and universities.

Associate of Science

The Associate of Science degrees are primarily for the student who plans to transfer from WNC to a four-year college or university to pursue a baccalaureate degree in sciences, math or related areas.

Bachelor of Applied Science

The Bachelor of Applied Sciences degree offers students advanced technical and occupational skills in a formal educational route that will help them progress to supervisory positions within their field.
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WNC Programs

Western Nevada College offers associate degrees and academic programs to meet a variety of educational goals. Some students wish to learn occupational skills or work toward career advancement. Others seek credits which will transfer to a four-year college or university. A number of one-year certificates are also offered in occupational areas.
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Variety. Commitment. Success.

Choose from a wide variety of academic programs, including associate degrees, certificates of achievement, and a new bachelor of technology degree. Or, pick classes that help you prepare for a great career, and non-credit courses in stimulating and fun topics. Faculty members are strongly committed to helping students succeed in the classroom, in campus activities, and in life. Use the links below to get started on tomorrow.

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Academic Divisions

Career & Technical Education

The Career & Technical Education division at WNC offers a Bachelor of Technology degree, Associate of Applied Science degrees, certificates of achievement, certification and licensing preparation, and special academic programs.

Liberal Arts

The Liberal Arts Division at WNC offers Associate of Arts, Associate of General Studies and Associate of Science degrees.

Nursing & Allied Health

The Nursing & Allied Health Division at WNC offers an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Nursing and courses in Emergency Medical services, Laboratory Technician, and Nursing Assistant.

Career & Technical Education

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