Where is UNLV located?

I'm trying to get a list of schools I might want to apply to, and UNLV is on my radar. Can someone tell me where exactly it's located and maybe a little about the area?

Sure! The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) is located in Paradise, Nevada, which is an unincorporated town in the Las Vegas metropolitan area. Though it's often associated with the city of Las Vegas, it's technically set a bit southeast of the city's downtown region.

The UNLV campus is about a mile and a half east of the Las Vegas Strip, which is world-famous for its casino resorts, entertainment venues, restaurants and shops. The Strip's vibrant, 24/7 atmosphere often extends into the surrounding areas, so there's always something happening nearby.

Close proximity to the Strip also means access to internships and job opportunities with some of the world's leading entertainment, hospitality, and gaming businesses.

But it's not all casinos and nightlife—Las Vegas is also surrounded by natural beauty. There are numerous opportunities for hiking and outdoor activities nearby, such as Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area and Lake Mead. Being in a desert climate, you can expect very hot summers, but mild winters.

Plus, UNLV is just a few hours away from other major points of interest, like the Grand Canyon, Death Valley, and zion National Park, and even Southern California is surprisingly reachable if you don't mind a bit of a longer drive.

Though it's situated in a major metropolitan area, the UNLV campus itself is a traditional college campus with a full array of student housing, libraries, and athletic facilities. All in all, if you're considering UNLV, you would be getting a traditional college experience in a thriving adult-playground city with beautiful natural surroundings.