Overview

CSN is a public, two-year college with more than 43,000 full-time students. We offer an open, academic environment where students of all ages and backgrounds can discover their potential and achieve their goals. There are currently more than 500 international students from almost 70 countries in attendance.

Academics

In addition to studying in ultra-modern facilities on three beautiful campuses, students at CSN will find more than 220 associate degrees and certificates to choose from. Students can pursue a one-year certificate of achievement, a two-year associate degree, a four-year bachelor degree in dental hygiene, or complete the first two years of a four-year bachelor degree at CSN within Nevada's System of Higher Education (NSHE) and transfer to either the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) or the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR).

CSN is best known for its highly-respected programs in hotel management, casino management, and travel and tourism. Nursing, telecommunications, engineering, public safety, computer information technology, and international business are other popular areas of study among international students. With more than 120 different fields of study, it is possible to study nearly anything you desire.

Facilities

CSN is one of the fastest growing colleges in the United States. Millions of dollars have been spent on recent additions to the campus. These include a new library/classroom building, a new health sciences building, and new science labs. CSN is committed to providing a state-of-the-art learning environment. Students also enjoy access to multiple computer laboratories, an interactive computer learning center with the latest in computer technology, an outstanding multimedia international language center and a world-renowned resort industry training facility. The college also has one of the largest Cisco computer networking academies in the United States.

Benefits of the Small Class

With class sizes averaging 25 to 30 students, students at CSN receive more personal attention in the classroom. Many international students find that the smaller classes at CSN provide a setting that allows them to easily meet other students and to better adjust to the American educational system. Smaller class sizes provide a more personalized learning environment and allow professors to pay individual attention to each student. Free tutoring, writing and math labs, and counseling services offer additional opportunities for success.

Location

CSN is located in the heart of the American Southwest and in the entertainment capital of the world. A warm climate and an affordable cost of living make Nevada one of the most attractive places to live and work in the US. There are numerous opportunities for outdoor recreation. Las Vegas is able to offer something for everyone.

To Apply

To begin the admissions process, international students applying to the College of Southern Nevada must create an online account.

1. Please go to www.csn.edu and click on MyCSN.
2. Click Apply for CSN Admission on the left side of the page.
3. Fill out the online form and submit.
4. You will receive two emails. The first email will contain your student ID number and the second email will contain your temporary password.
5. Log on and change your password.
6. Once you have established an account by following steps 1-5, you will be able to pay the $50 application fee. The fee must be paid online. Additional application requirements may be mailed directly to our office.

Admissions Checklist

Students applying to the College of Southern Nevada must submit:

1. A CSN International Student Application, completed, signed and dated.
2. A Personal Statement describing your educational goals.
3. Proof of English Proficiency such as TOEFL or IELTS, or U.S. college or university coursework.
4. Transcript, translated into English, indicating successful completion of the equivalent of American high school.
5. Proof of financial support ($22,243).
6. An Application Fee of 50 dollars (U.S.) paid online.
7. Copy of your passport page.
8. Mail Options Form.