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University of Wyoming

Laramie, WY · Public · Remote town · Website

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Admission rate
97%
Open
Average net price
$13,647
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
61%
Median earnings
$62,764
10 years after enrolling

Summary

University of Wyoming is a public college in Laramie, WY with 7,944 undergraduates. It admits 97% of applicants. The average net price after aid is $13,647 per year ($9,037 for families earning under $30,000). 61% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $62,764 ten years after enrolling.

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Admissions

Admission rate
97%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test blind
Fall 2024
Applicants
5,644
Fall 2023
Admitted
5,498
Fall 2023
Yield
27%
of admitted students enrolled

What University of Wyoming looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementNot considered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$26,104
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$8,395
Out-of-state tuition
$25,015

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$9,037
  • $30–48k$8,764
  • $48–75k$9,728
  • $75–110k$13,949
  • $110k+$20,896

Get a personal estimate with University of Wyoming's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
61%
Freshman retention
80%
Median earnings
$62,764
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$15,967
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
7,944
Student–faculty ratio
13:1
Receive Pell grants
28%
  • White75%
  • Hispanic10%
  • Black1%
  • Asian1%

University of Wyoming FAQ

What is University of Wyoming's acceptance rate?+

University of Wyoming admits 97% of applicants, which makes it open.

Is University of Wyoming test optional?+

Test blind (scores not considered).

How many students apply to University of Wyoming?+

In Fall 2023, 5,644 students applied to University of Wyoming and 5,498 were admitted; 1,463 enrolled.

Does University of Wyoming consider legacy status?+

No. University of Wyoming reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does University of Wyoming require an essay?+

University of Wyoming reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does University of Wyoming cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $26,104 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $13,647.

What is University of Wyoming's graduation rate?+

61% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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