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Whether you’re a student attending Western Nevada College for the first time or an individual returning to college to retool for the changing Nevada, we have degrees and programs to help you achieve your goals. Our transfer degrees enable you to complete the first two years of a bachelor’s degree in a variety of majors for a fraction of the cost of a university, while professional and applied technology programs provide the skills and industry credentials you need to start a new career in as little as eight weeks.
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04:00 PM Carson City Campus
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Dec 05 2024
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Dec 06 2024
02:00 PM Carson City Campus
Get your hands on unique geological treasures! The WNC Geology Club is hosting......