Overview
Student Population
Best Colleges Rank
Located in Laramie, Wyoming, University of Wyoming is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 4,919 prospective students applied, and 4,635 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,424 enrolled in the school. 9,347 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,482 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2020/2021, excluding room and board, is $4,350 plus fees of $1,441. UW is ranked 263 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2022 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
UW is rated within the top 36% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for University of Wyoming within the 2022 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#263 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#83 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#1 in Best Colleges in Wyoming
#1 in Best Public Colleges in Wyoming
#116 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#1 in Best Value Colleges in Wyoming
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1040/1240 |
| ACT | 21/28 |
| GPA | 3.54 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | May 1, 2022 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $40 |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Wyoming Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,441 |
| Room and Board | $10,615 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,184 |
| Total One Year Cost | $20,790 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,441 |
| Room and Board | $10,615 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,184 |
| Total One Year Cost | $34,530 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 12% |
| Education | 12% |
| Health Professions | 10% |
| Engineering | 9% |
| Biology | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=240727 IPEDS survey data for University of Wyoming.
Current students may use the University of Wyoming GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.