Is University of Wyoming worth it?
University of Wyoming is a public, four-year institution in Laramie, Wyoming (small town). It awarded 2,885 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in psychology, registered nursing and business administration and management.
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Federal context for University of Wyoming
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Median earnings 1 year after
$45,653
Median earnings 4 years after
$61,749
Median earnings 10 years after
$56,880
Average net price
$13,599
Completion rate
59%
Completions (2024)
2,885
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
7,944
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $71,504 | $83,525 | 161 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $45,901 | $51,967 | 125 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $29,139 | $52,732 | 89 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | Bachelor's | $49,587 | $55,338 | 84 |
| Law | First professional | $63,173 | $81,644 | 83 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $38,797 | $57,016 | 74 |
| Education, General | Master's | $67,730 | $69,554 | 72 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | $57,153 | $87,533 | 70 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $48,670 | $57,125 | 66 |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods | Bachelor's | $45,090 | $66,744 | 66 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Master's | $91,857 | $122,366 | 65 |
| Zoology/Animal Biology | Bachelor's | $29,359 | $44,424 | 62 |
| Civil Engineering | Bachelor's | $64,595 | $83,184 | 56 |
| Marketing | Bachelor's | $41,786 | $58,703 | 54 |
| Animal Sciences | Bachelor's | $34,875 | $49,092 | 46 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 160 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 147 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Master's | 108 |
| Law | Doctoral professional practice | 86 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | Bachelor's | 69 |
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | Bachelor's | 68 |
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | Bachelor's | 67 |
| Accounting | Bachelor's | 60 |
| Education, General | Master's | 57 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management, General | Bachelor's | 54 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Services | 25% | 7,342 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 22% | 6,292 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 12% | 3,496 |
| Public Administration | 9% | 2,715 |
| Retail Trade | 6% | 1,810 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 4% | 1,105 |
| Finance and Insurance | 4% | 1,092 |
| Manufacturing | 3% | 943 |
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Sources: federal figures for University of Wyoming. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Wyoming. Counts under 10 are not published.
Updated September 18, 2026 · Methodology · Report a problem with this page