Central Wyoming College
School Highlights
Central Wyoming College serves 1,946 students (34% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the state community college average of 9:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American), which is more than the state average of 24%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Enrollment: 1,946 students
- In-state tuition: $3,024
- Out-state tuition: $7,128
- Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
- Minority enrollment: 40%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Central Wyoming College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 245 teachers has grown by 118% over five years.
Central Wyoming College
(WY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
245 staff
245 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Central Wyoming College has declined by 6% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 has decreased from 13:1 over five years.
The Central Wyoming College diversity score of 0.60 is more than the state average of 0.41. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,946 students
2,576 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
9:1
# Full-Time Students
664 students
760 students
# Part-Time Students
1,282 students
1,816 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
240 students
276 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
10%
2%
% Asian
1%
1%
% Hispanic
12%
10%
% Black
1%
1%
% White
60%
76%
% Two or more races
4%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
11%
5%
Diversity Score
0.60
0.41
College Completion Rate
42%
37%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,100
$34,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,024 is more than the state average of $2,855. The in-state tuition has grown by 5% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,128 is more than the state average of $6,991. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,024
$2,855
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,128
$6,991
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
93%
Median Debt for Graduates
$7,910
$9,333
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,533
$4,500
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Sports
Basketball, Cross Country, Equestrian, Golf, Mountain Biking, Rock Climbing, Volleyball
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
19 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess Club, Climbing Club, Criminal Justice Club, Film Club, Gear Up Club, GSA - Gay Straight Alliance Club, LDS Student Association, Mad Scientists Club, Multicultural Club, National Society of Leadership and Success, Outdoor Adventure Club, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Rodeo Club, Student Activities Board, Student Nursing Association, Student Senate, United Tribes Club, WyoFanatics - Outdoor Hunting and Fishing Club
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Climbing Team
Chess Club, Climbing Club, Criminal Justice Club, Film Club, Gear Up Club, GSA - Gay Straight Alliance Club, LDS Student Association, Mad Scientists Club, Multicultural Club, National Society of Leadership and Success, Outdoor Adventure Club, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Rodeo Club, Student Activities Board, Student Nursing Association, Student Senate, United Tribes Club, WyoFanatics - Outdoor Hunting and Fishing Club
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Climbing Team
Source: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Central Wyoming College is a comprehensive community college located in Riverton near the confluence of the Big and Little Wind Rivers in Fremont County. While the main campus is located in Riverton, CWC has off-campus sites in Jackson, Lander, Thermopolis, Dubois and the nearby Wind River Indian Reservation. The college also delivers college coursework nationwide via a variety of distance delivery methods. Founded in 1966 by a county-wide vote, CWC is one of Wyoming's seven public two-year community colleges. The college offers a wide variety of programs and services to students, businesses and community members of all ages. The college has credentials and associate degrees in career-technical (applied) programs specifically for students looking to immediately enter the job market and numerous academic transfer programs for students planning to continue on for bachelor and advanced degrees. The college offersv Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, Associate of Applied Science, as well as advanced degrees available from regional universities on CWC campus. The college's main campus is made up of modern buildings and facilities, which include a library and Food Court constructed in 1994 and a new student residence hall completed in 2002. Most of the campus was remodeled during the 1994 construction project and every nook and cranny was wired to establish a robust computer network. The college also owns a Field Station in the Sinks Canyon south of Lander and a Main Street center in Lander. The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of North Central Association.
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