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Top Tier 2.0

As a minority-serving institution rich with diversity and committed to equity, we strive to improve the lives of our students and transform our communities. This is our focus with our strategic plan, Top Tier 2.0.

Vision, Mission, and Values

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UNLV Recognized Among Nation’s Top Research Universities

UNLV among just 146 nationwide classified by Carnegie as R1, or "Very High Research," the highest status for research institutions; UNLV first reached R1 in 2018.

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UNLV is Proud to Have Earned the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement

This classification affirms what we do here on campus and throughout Southern Nevada as we make our community stronger, smarter, healthier, and more connected.

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Highlights

A photo of President Whitfield during the Mental Health Town Hall
A woman teaching a classroom of children.
A hand holding a model of a human brain.
Student candid group photo on campus. Two of the students are using mobility aids and the rest of the students are sitting in green chairs. They are on the plaza overlooking The Strip.
A professional woman in front of two framed photos, one of San Juan and one of Puerto Rico
A young child in a UNLV onesie having their hand inspected.