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Laramie County Community College

1400 E College Dr
Cheyenne, WY 82007
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  • Established in 1968, Laramie County Community College is a full-service, comprehensive community college with campuses in Cheyenne and Laramie and outreach centers at F.E. Warren Air Force Base and in Pine Bluffs. A wide range of academic, career/technical and community education programs is provided. aramie County Community College has a 271-acre campus in Cheyenne with 22 buildings. Most buildings are connected by enclosed walkways. Laramie County Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. In 2006, LCCC was accepted into the Academic Quality Improvement Program (AQIP) process.

School Highlights

Laramie County Community College serves 5,287 students (32% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the state community college average of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 27%.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 5,287 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,832
  • Out-state tuition: $6,816
  • Acceptance Rate: 83%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
  • Minority enrollment: 44%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Laramie County Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 455 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Laramie County Community College
(WY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
455 staff
245 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Laramie County Community College has grown by 27% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has increased from 8:1 over five years.
The Laramie County Community College diversity score of 0.62 is more than the state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has grown by 10% over five years.
Total Enrollment
5,287 students
3,207 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
# Full-Time Students
1,704 students
899 students
# Part-Time Students
3,583 students
2,308 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
528 students
237 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,704 students
899 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,583 students
2,308 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
626 students
620 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
2%
% Asian
1%
1%
% Hispanic
15%
12%
% Black
2%
1%
% White
56%
73%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
21%
7%
Diversity Score
0.62
0.45
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
3%
81%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
28%
34%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,500
$34,500

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $2,832 is less than the state average of $2,855. The in-state tuition has declined by 36% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,816 is less than the state average of $6,991. The out-state tuition has declined by 34% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,832
$2,855
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,816
$6,991
Tuition Notes
$153.75 per credit hour for in-state resident
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
94%
93%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,500
$9,323
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,418
$4,750
Acceptance Rate
83%
n/a
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Talon
  • Established in 1968, Laramie County Community College is a full-service, comprehensive community college with campuses in Cheyenne and Laramie and an outreach center at F.E. Warren Air Force Base and in Pine Bluffs. A wide range of academic, vocational and community education programs are provided. LCCC has been named the No. 1 digital-savvy community college, with the inclusion of SMART boards, online learning opportunities and other progressive IT applications. And our new Golden Eagles scholarship program helps hundreds of students pay for college while they give back to the community. Small class sizes, faculty dedication and cutting-edge programs make LCCC not just a place to complete core requirements, but a place where you can thrive. LCCC is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Laramie County Community College cost?
Laramie County Community College's tuition is approximately $2,832 for In-State students and $6,816 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Laramie County Community College?
The acceptance rate of Laramie County Community College is 83%, which is higher than the state average of 0%.
What is Laramie County Community College's ranking?
Laramie County Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Wyoming for: Diversity in US community colleges, Average community college minority breakdown and Largest student body.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 5,287 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,832
  • Out-state tuition: $6,816
  • Acceptance Rate: 83%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
  • Minority enrollment: 44%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For Wyoming public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $2,855 per year for in-state students and $6,991 for out-of-state students. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

Wyoming community colleges have a diversity score of 0.45, which is lower than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in Wyoming is Laramie County Community College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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