Wyotech-Laramie
- WyoTech is one of America�s leading post-secondary education schools that can help prepare students for careers in the automotive, collision/refinishing, diesel, electrician, HVAC, motorcycle, marine and plumbing fields. WyoTech takes a very personal, professional approach to career education, offering flexible class schedules, teachers who are seasoned industry professionals, and support systems designed to help students succeed both inside and outside the classroom. Even after students graduate, WyoTech�s Career Services department is there to provide ongoing career coaching assistance and help locating local employment opportunities. Financial aid is available for those who qualify. Programs vary by campus. Not all programs and specialty courses are offered in all locations.
School Highlights
- Wyotech-Laramie serves 1,085 students (100% of students are full-time).
- The college's student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the state community college average of 20:1.
- Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 16%.
- Wyotech-Laramie is the only community colleges within Albany County, WY.
- The nearest community college to Wyotech-Laramie is CollegeAmerica-Cheyenne (41.1 miles away).
Top Placements
Wyotech-Laramie places among the top 20% of community colleges in Wyoming for:
- Category Attribute
- Diversity Diversity in US community colleges
- Student Earnings Highest graduate earnings (10 years post graduation)
- Completion Rates Highest completion rates
- Diversity Average community college minority breakdown
School Overview
- The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 76% over five years.
| Wyotech-Laramie | (WY) Community College Avg. | |
| Carnegie Classification | Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges | Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges |
| Institution Level | Less than 2 yrs | At least 2 but less than 4 years |
| Institution Control | Private, for profit | Public |
| Total Faculty | 50 staff | 149 staff |
| Number of Programs Offered | 3 | 3 |
| Total Enrollment | 1,085 students | 3,422 students |
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| Student : Teacher Ratio | 22:1 | 20:1 |
| # Full-Time Students | 1,085 students | 1,085 students |
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| Total Dormitory Capacity | - | 276 |
| % American Indian/Alaskan | 4% | 2% |
| % Asian | - | 1% |
| % Hispanic | 15% | 7% |
| % Black | 2% | 1% |
| % White | 71% | 84% |
| % Two or more races | 2% | 1% |
| % Unknown races | 5% | 2% |
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| Diversity Score | 0.47 | 0.29 |
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| College Completion Rate | 78% | 28% |
| Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) | $45,400 | $34,500 |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 90% | 93% |
| Median Debt for Graduates | $11,599 | $10,000 |
| Median Debt for Dropouts | $4,750 | $5,231 |
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS
School Notes
- Wyoming Technical Institute originated in a single 9,000 square foot building in 1966. WyoTech has maintained a policy of constantly upgrading facilities and courses to meet growing demands of the automotive, diesel and collision/refinishing industries. With the addition of the new Diesel/Street Rod facility, the school is now comprised of over 298,000 square feet of modern shop, classroom and administrative facilities. The new Diesel/Street Rod facility alone covers 123,000 square feet, to house up-to-date facilities and equipment. The Applied Service Management facility provides a professional office-like setting in 24,000 square feet of space. WyoTech currently has six campus locations namely Blairsville, PA; Bedford, MA; Fremont, CA; Laramie, WY; Oakland, CA and West Sacramento, CA. Our programs emphasize real-world training that is tailored to meet the needs of potential employers. The fields of study focus on industries that offer solid, long-term career opportunities for graduates. Programs offered at the Laramie campus: Advanced Auto/Diesel Combination, Advanced Diesel, Applied Service Management, Automotive Technology, Chassis Fabrication and High Performance Engines, Collision/Refinishing Technology, Diesel Technology, Street Rod and Custom Fabrication and Trim and Upholstery.
Nearby Schools
- The nearest community college to Wyotech-Laramie is CollegeAmerica-Cheyenne (41.1 miles away).
- College Location Mi. Students
- CollegeAmerica-CheyennePrivate, non-profit60 students | 41.10 Mi6101 Yellowstone Rd Ste 101
Cheyenne, WY 82009
(307)637-2044 41.1060 - 4,388 students | 45.20 Mi1400 E College Dr
Cheyenne, WY 82007
(307)778-5222 45.204,388 - 341 students | 61.70 Mi3842 South Mason Street
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970)223-2669 61.70341 - Aims Community CollegePublic5,001 students | 77.40 Mi5401 W. 20th St.
Greeley, CO 80632
(970)330-8008 77.405,001 - Eastern Wyoming CollegePublic1,704 students | 88.50 Mi3200 West C St
Torrington, WY 82240
(307)532-8200 88.501,704
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