- Western Wyoming Community College is under the control of a locally elected Board of Trustees responsible for governing Western Wyoming Community College District. It is a public, tax-supported, co-educational, two-year community college.
School Highlights
Western Wyoming Community College serves 2,776 students (33% 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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 23%.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Enrollment: 2,776 students
- In-state tuition: $2,400
- Out-state tuition: $6,384
- Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
- Minority enrollment: 27%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 351 teachers has grown by 123% over five years.
Western Wyoming Community College
(WY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
351 staff
245 staff

School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Western Wyoming Community College has declined by 16% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Western Wyoming Community College diversity score of 0.45 is more than the state average of 0.39. The school's diversity has grown by 28% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,776 students
2,545 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
9:1

# Full-Time Students
918 students
687 students

# Part-Time Students
1,858 students
1,858 students



# Enrollment Undergraduate
159 students
225 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
918 students
687 students

# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,858 students
1,858 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
545 students
545 students

% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
2%

% Asian
1%
1%

% Hispanic
13%
10%

% Black
3%
1%

% White
73%
77%

% Two or more races
4%
3%

% Non Resident races
5%
2%

% Unknown races
n/a
4%


Diversity Score
0.45
0.39

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
34%
40%

Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$41,400
$34,500

Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,400 is less than the state average of $2,855. The in-state tuition has declined by 18% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,384 is less than the state average of $6,991. The out-state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,400
$2,855

Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,384
$6,991

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
94%
94%

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

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

Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball, Wrestling
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Western's fundamental purpose is to provide high quality learning opportunities to students who are at various stages of life and have differing needs and expectations. Committed to quality and success, Western encourages flexibility, innovation, and active learning for students, faculty and staff. The College understands that learning occurs inside and outside the classroom and, therefore, seeks to create an environment where lifelong learning is encouraged and where students and employees interact in an atmosphere of mutual respect. Western Wyoming Community College, the fifth of seven community colleges in Wyoming, was established in the Fall of 1959. In 1960-61, the College moved to Reliance, five miles from Rock Springs, to occupy the former Reliance High School and daytime classes began. In September, 1964, the original district was expanded to include all communities within Sweetwater County. Consistent growth of the College led to the inauguration of a $1,822,000 building program on October 4, 1966. On November 11, 1967, ground-breaking ceremonies marked the beginning of construction on a new campus, and completion in June, 1969. Growth continued. In March, 1973, voters approved a $1,780,000 bond issue to provide additional instructional facilities. The new vocational-technical education building was ready for occupancy in Fall, 1974, and the college center building was completed. In 1976, three residence halls were constructed to provide on-campus housing, made possible by a loan from the State Farm Loan Board. The college offers Occupational and Transfer Programs in Arts & Performing Arts, Business, Computer Science and Office Information Systems, Education, Health, Humanities & Communication, Math & Science, Social Science, Technology & Industry Programs Technology & Industry Programs and General Studies. The college offers Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S), Associate of Arts (A.A.), Associate of Fine Arts (A.F.A.), Associate of Science (A.S.) degrees and One Year Certificate Programs and Certification Testing. Western Wyoming Community College is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges & Schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Western Wyoming Community College cost?
Western Wyoming Community College's tuition is approximately $2,400 for In-State students and $6,384 for Out-State students.
What sports does Western Wyoming Community College offer?
Western Wyoming Community College offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball and Wrestling.
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