Guide to Wyoming Colleges & Universities
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Wyoming's Colleges by the Numbers
Associate, bachelor's, masters, and doctoral degree completions at institutions in Wyoming have been declining over the past 5 years. In 2023, students completed 5,465 that were offered by Wyoming's colleges and universities. That was a decrease of 6% from completions reported in 2019.
Schools with Degree Completions
Est. Total Completions in 2023
Est. Completions (Last 5 Years)
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Top School For Adults & Online Students
Franklin University is a top choice for transfer students, online learners and adults who need to balance school with busy lives. Founded in 1902 in Columbus, Ohio, Franklin's main focus has been serving adult students and tailoring education to fit their needs. Nonprofit and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org/800.621.7440), Franklin offers more than 50 bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs — all available 100% online.
Undergraduate Enrollment
5,117
Completions By Degree
2,171
Est. Online Degree Offerings
100%
Private Colleges & Universities Offering Degrees in Wyoming
There are at least 1 school offering degrees in Wyoming, and 1 is a four-year private college or university where about 5,117 undergraduate students were enrolled. In 2023, a total of 2,171 degrees were completed at private colleges and universities, including 2,171 that were offered online.
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Franklin offers more than 50 online bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctoral programs in in Wyoming. Franklin University is an institutionally accredited nonprofit 4-year school where most students attend classes part-time. Most of the students are adults and all programs completed were offered online. Bachelor's degrees are the most popular at Franklin University. In 2023, 1,429 bachelor's degrees were completed. In addition, 88 associate degrees, 616 master's degrees, and 38 doctoral degrees were earned.
Undergraduate Enrollment
5,117
Completions By Degree
2,171
Est. Online Degree Availability
100%
Completions by Program Area
Public Colleges & Universities in Wyoming
There is 1 four-year public college located in Wyoming. About 8,363 students were enrolled in undergraduate programs, and about 3,121 degrees were completed at public colleges in Wyoming. Tuition shown reflects in-state rates.
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
University of Wyoming is an institutionally accredited public 4-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are of traditional age and minimal programs completed were offered online. Bachelor's degrees are the most popular at University of Wyoming. In 2023, 2,356 bachelor's degrees were completed. In addition, 0 associate degrees, 553 master's degrees, and 212 doctoral degrees were earned.
Undergraduate Enrollment
8,363
Completions By Degree
3,121
Est. Online Degree Availability
8%
Completions by Program Area
Community Colleges in Wyoming
There are 7 community colleges in Wyoming where students can earn 2-year associate degrees. In 2023, about 9,940 students were enrolled in undergraduate courses at community colleges in Wyoming, and about 2,344 associate degrees were completed.
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Western Wyoming Community College is an institutionally accredited 2-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are of traditional age and minimal programs completed were offered online.
Undergraduate Enrollment
1,239
Completions By Degree
269
Est. Online Degree Availability
32%
Completions by Program Area
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Casper College is an institutionally accredited 2-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are of traditional age and most programs completed were offered online.
Undergraduate Enrollment
2,222
Completions By Degree
549
Est. Online Degree Availability
67%
Completions by Program Area
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Eastern Wyoming College is an institutionally accredited 2-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are of traditional age and some programs completed were offered online.
Undergraduate Enrollment
509
Completions By Degree
163
Est. Online Degree Availability
34%
Completions by Program Area
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Northern Wyoming Community College District is an institutionally accredited 2-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are of traditional age and some programs completed were offered online.
Undergraduate Enrollment
1,700
Completions By Degree
459
Est. Online Degree Availability
48%
Completions by Program Area
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Laramie County Community College is an institutionally accredited 2-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are of traditional age and minimal programs completed were offered online.
Undergraduate Enrollment
2,394
Completions By Degree
459
Est. Online Degree Availability
27%
Completions by Program Area
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Northwest College is an institutionally accredited 2-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are of traditional age and minimal programs completed were offered online.
Undergraduate Enrollment
889
Completions By Degree
242
Est. Online Degree Availability
27%
Completions by Program Area
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Central Wyoming College is an institutionally accredited 2-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are of traditional age and minimal programs completed were offered online.
Undergraduate Enrollment
987
Completions By Degree
203
Est. Online Degree Availability
26%
Completions by Program Area
Affordable Colleges in Wyoming
Wondering what you can expect to pay for a degree in Wyoming? According to undergraduate tuition data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, the average tuition at Wyoming's 4-year nonprofit schools is $9,577. The average tuition at similar 4-year for-profit schools in Wyoming is N/A, while tuition at 2-year online colleges and universities is N/A.
4-Year Nonprofit
4-Year For-Profit
2-Year
Accredited Colleges Serving Wyoming
Earning a college degree is an investment — and earning a degree from an institutionally accredited university is one of the best ways to ensure your education is of high quality. Institutionally accredited universities are held to rigorous standards by state and regional bodies and undergo regular reviews to verify that their processes and academic programs meet the proper standards.
Wondering if a certain college or university offering degree programs in Wyoming is institutionally accredited? View a list of institutionally accredited colleges and universities serving Wyoming here. We've made it easy to find your school by breaking down the list by school type.
- Franklin University
- Western Wyoming Community College
- Casper College
- Eastern Wyoming College
- Northern Wyoming Community College District
- Laramie County Community College
- Northwest College
- Central Wyoming College
Wyoming Job Market & Opportunities
What happens after you earn your college degree in Wyoming? What's the Wyoming job market outlook? Get a snapshot of jobs and careers, including annual job openings, median earnings and more.
In 2023, there were about 454,900 jobs in Wyoming. From 2022-2023, job growth in Wyoming was above the national average, at 3.5%. There were 61,999 job openings in the state. In terms of earnings, workers in Wyoming do better than the national average, with an average hourly pay of $22.28.