- Eastern Wyoming College is a student-centered, comprehensive public community college committed to providing accessible, postsecondary education for its students. The College�s primary constituency includes all residents of Goshen, Platte, Converse, Niobrara, Weston, and Crook counties. Eastern Wyoming College provides high quality, dynamic life-long learning which focuses on academic transfer programs leading to associate of arts or science degrees, career and occupational programs leading to certificates and applied science degrees. The College also provides developmental and basic skills instruction, adult and continuing education, public and community service programs, and student activities and support services.
School Highlights
Eastern Wyoming College serves 1,828 students (27% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the state community college average of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 27%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 1,828 students
- In-state tuition: $2,568
- Out-state tuition: $6,552
- Student:teacher ratio: 13:1
- Minority enrollment: 16%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 145 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Eastern Wyoming College
(WY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & 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
145 staff
245 staff

School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Eastern Wyoming College has grown by 18% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 has increased from 10:1 over five years.
The Eastern Wyoming College diversity score of 0.28 is less than the state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,828 students
3,207 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1

# Full-Time Students
499 students
899 students

# Part-Time Students
1,329 students
2,308 students



# Enrollment Undergraduate
182 students
237 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
499 students
899 students

# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,329 students
2,308 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
620 students

% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
2%

% Asian
n/a
1%

% Hispanic
9%
12%

% Black
1%
1%

% White
84%
73%

% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a

% Two or more races
3%
3%

% Non Resident races
2%
1%

% Unknown races
n/a
7%


Diversity Score
0.28
0.45

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3418%
0.8136%

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.3377%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$32,300
$34,500

Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,568 is less than the state average of $2,855. The in-state tuition has declined by 37% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,552 is less than the state average of $6,991. The out-state tuition has declined by 34% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,568
$2,855

Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,552
$6,991

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
93%

Median Debt for Graduates
$6,851
$9,323

Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,500
$4,750

Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Eastern Wyoming College is a rural public comprehensive community college that facilitates student learning in small classes within a supportive educational environment. The college values academic achievement, lifelong learning and cultural enrichment. Founded in 1948, Eastern Wyoming College is a rural, public, two-year, community college with academic transfer programs as well as technical certification programs. The college offers 21 Associate of Arts Degrees, 20 Associate of Science Degrees, 7 Associate of Applied Science Degrees, 7 Career Track Certificates and ABE/GED/ESL programs. EWC also provides opportunities for lifelong learning through its community education programs. EWC offers courses at the Torrington campus, Douglas & Newcastle branch campuses, and in 10 other Wyoming communities. The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission: Member North Central Association, American Veterinary Medical Association and American Welding Society.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Eastern Wyoming College cost?
Eastern Wyoming College's tuition is approximately $2,568 for In-State students and $6,552 for Out-State students.
What schools are Eastern Wyoming College often compared to?
Eastern Wyoming Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Casper College, Central Wyoming College by visitors of our site.
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