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Colleges in Wyoming

CampusPin tracks 9 colleges in Wyoming — 5 universities and 4 community colleges. Compare tuition, acceptance, size, and setting to build a shortlist that fits.

Colleges tracked

9

Universities

5

Community colleges

4

Avg. in-state tuition

$4.9k

About college search in Wyoming

How Wyoming's higher-education landscape shapes a search

Wyoming is unique in U.S. higher education for having only one public four-year university: the University of Wyoming in Laramie. The state also operates seven community colleges (Casper, Central Wyoming, Eastern Wyoming, Laramie County, Northwest, Sheridan, Western Wyoming) coordinated by the Wyoming Community College Commission. The Hathaway Scholarship is one of the most generous state merit scholarships in the U.S., covering substantial in-state tuition for eligible Wyoming high school graduates.

University of Wyoming as sole public four-year

The University of Wyoming in Laramie is the state’s only public four-year university — unusual in the U.S. — and serves as flagship, land-grant, and the entire public university sector.

Seven community colleges

Wyoming operates seven community colleges with formal transfer paths to UW.

Hathaway Scholarship

The Hathaway Scholarship is among the more generous state merit scholarships in the U.S., covering substantial in-state tuition at UW or the community colleges for eligible Wyoming high school graduates.

WUE reciprocity

WUE allows Wyoming students to attend participating public universities in other Western states at reduced out-of-state tuition.

Public university system

University of Wyoming

The University of Wyoming in Laramie is the state’s only public four-year university and serves as flagship, land-grant, and the entire public university sector.

Community college network

Wyoming Community Colleges (7 institutions)

The Wyoming Community College Commission coordinates seven community colleges with formal transfer paths to the University of Wyoming.

In-state vs. out-of-state tuition

Wyoming in-state public tuition at UW is among the lower rates in the U.S. The Hathaway Scholarship can cover a substantial portion of tuition for eligible in-state students. WUE reduces out-of-state cost for students from participating Western states.

Top metros for college search

Where Wyoming's higher-education density concentrates

  • Laramie

    Laramie is built around the University of Wyoming.

  • Cheyenne

    Cheyenne (state capital) is the home of Laramie County Community College.

  • Casper

    Casper is the home of Casper College.

West region overview

What students weigh when searching colleges in Wyoming

Across Wyoming (WY), CampusPin currently indexes 9 institutions: 8 public and 1 private, split between 5 universities and 4 community colleges. Students often deal with large geographic spread, strong public systems, and meaningful differences between urban, suburban, and remote options.

Compare travel distance and delivery format early so your list reflects how you would actually attend.
Use online and hybrid filters when geography is broad but schedule flexibility matters.
Review campus environment and support detail carefully because Western state searches can mix very different school contexts.

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Wyoming colleges by program

Jump straight to Wyoming colleges and universities that offer a specific major. Each page compares tuition, acceptance rate, and enrollment for that program across Wyoming.

Every college we track

Colleges and universities in Wyoming

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How to use the Wyoming hub

Start with CampusPin results filtered to Wyoming so your first pass stays geographically focused.
Use school profiles to compare tuition, admissions, program format, and campus fit before building a shortlist.
If you are looking for lower-cost or transfer-first options, compare community colleges and four-year destinations separately.
Use blog guides and help-center content when you need stronger decision frameworks, not just more schools.

Next actions for Wyoming

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Frequently asked questions

Questions families ask about colleges in Wyoming

Which is the public flagship university in Wyoming?
The University of Wyoming in Laramie is the state’s only public four-year university and serves as the public flagship, land-grant institution, and the entire public university sector. This single-public-four-year structure is unusual in the U.S.
How does the Hathaway Scholarship work?
The Hathaway Scholarship covers substantial portions of in-state tuition at the University of Wyoming or Wyoming community colleges for eligible Wyoming high school graduates. Awards are tiered by GPA and standardized-test thresholds, with the highest tier (Honors) covering full tuition. Verify current eligibility with the Wyoming Department of Education.
How many HBCUs are in Wyoming?
Wyoming has no federally designated HBCUs.
Does Wyoming have multiple public universities?
No. Wyoming is one of the few U.S. states with only one public four-year university (the University of Wyoming). The state operates seven community colleges that handle the two-year and workforce-pathway side of public higher education.

Related blog clusters

Guides that pair well with a Wyoming search

Cost and Financial Aid

College affordability, net price, aid interpretation, borrowing decisions, and budgeting guidance for students and families using CampusPin to compare higher-ed options with more discipline.

Community College

Community-college strategy, affordability, transfer readiness, and credential pathway content for students exploring two-year options through CampusPin.

College Search Strategy

Filter-first search strategy, shortlist building, and planning content for students and parents using CampusPin to discover best-fit colleges and universities.

Help Center

Workflow guides for students searching in Wyoming

Getting Started With CampusPin

A fast orientation to the CampusPin workflow, from your first search through profile review, pins, and next-step planning.

How to Use Filters to Narrow Your College List

A practical help article on how to use CampusPin filters without over-filtering or locking yourself into the wrong criteria too early.

How to Read a CampusPin School Profile

A guide to the major sections inside a CampusPin institution profile and how to interpret them effectively. Each page is designed to connect search intent to clearer next steps, internal links, and more defensible CampusPin decisions.