Congratulations, Class of 2026!

We can't wait to see where the Wolf Pack goes next. The College of Science is immensely proud of our graduates, and grateful to the faculty and staff that have helped them achieve this milestone.

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Graduates seated at the University of Nevada, Reno Spring 2026 Commencement ceremony wear decorated graduation caps while facing the stage outdoors. One cap in the center features a painted brain design surrounded by flowers and the phrase “You’re Gonna Go Far.”

Why choose the College of Science?

The College of Science offers educational opportunities in pure and applied physical sciences, earth sciences, life sciences, and mathematics. Professors in the College frequently earn statewide teaching excellence awards and are pioneers in their respective fields, with access to high-powered scientific facilities and resources to perform research on all seven continents. The College also encompasses three public museums that offer research and community engagement opportunities: the iconic Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center, the Museum of Natural History and the W. M. Keck Earth Science and Mineral Engineering Museum.

What's new in science?

David Alvarez-Ponce and James Vesper sit on opposite sides of a desk, while Alvarez-Ponce points to his computer screen.

New study finds women publish less and are cited less than their male counterparts in fields of biology

Research shows there are still gender discrepancies in a field which performed better on similar publication equity measures

A large group of people, with one row sitting and another row standing behind, smile for a photo in the Joe Crowley Student Union.

Workshop explores a broader vision for lithium: fusion and fission energy applications

The interdisciplinary workshop brought scientists, businesspeople and government officials to the University campus

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Richard Goldfarb reflects on his education at the University

The alumnus has travelled widely in his economic geology career

Building a future of discovery, together

We are a college of accomplished faculty and inventive students, leading researchers and scientific pioneers. Every day, these great minds take on complex challenges and unearth groundbreaking solutions for problems we all care about. Imagine where we could go if we work together to support them.

The Mackay School

Explore degree programs and other opportunities within the Mackay School of Earth Sciences and Engineering, an academic division within the College of Science.

Learn about the Mackay School
Mackay statue in front of the Mackay Mines building on the University campus.