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University of Wyoming

Laramie, Wyoming

10,800 Students on Campus
Laramie Location
32,000 Metro Population
10,800 Students on Campus
Laramie Location
32,000 Metro Population

About This Campus

The University of Wyoming, established in 1886 and still the only 4-year university in Wyoming, is a land-grant institution where innovative research and the pursuit of academic excellence take place within a safe, close-knit community. Just like the state of Wyoming, UW is both big and small. Wyoming, known worldwide for its beauty, is full of wide-open spaces and magnificent mountain ranges, and UW echoes these spaces in the scope of its innovation, its energetic ambition to better the global community, and its world-class facilities. Although Wyoming is the 10th-largest state in the USA, it has the smallest population, creating tight-knit communities around the state that band together for progress. In the same way, students and faculty at UW work together towards a greater future, meeting in small classes and enjoying a 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio.

High Altitude: We are the highest US public university at 7,220 feet. If you love the mountains and outdoor activities, this is your spot!

Football Legacy: We are the alma mater of Josh Allen, the 2024 NFL MVP. If you love football, this is a great place to be!

Unique Programs: We offer Environmental Science, Outdoor Rec & Petroleum Engineering classes. If you want new courses, this is your campus!

Helpful Information

Course catalogs will not be released until the semester before your arrival. Please view the current semester's catalog for a good idea of classes that will be offered. However, we recommend a certain degree of flexibility when searching prospective courses.

Location Information

The University of Wyoming is located in the beautiful college town of Laramie, Wyoming, nestled between two mountain ranges. Laramie is home to 32,000 people, providing a welcoming, friendly and safe community for international students. Throughout the year the Laramie community is supportive of UW students. The city sponsors several fun events including pep rallies, concerts and outdoor adventures. Wyoming is famous for endless recreational opportunities, including Yellowstone National Park.

Academics

REGISTRATION:
TERM DATES:

Fall Start Date: 08/31/2026 - Fall End Date: 12/18/2026

Spring Start Date: 01/19/2026 - Spring End Date: 05/14/2026

CLOSED PROGRAMS:

Nursing, Law, Pharmacy, Speech Pathology and Audiology, and Dental Hygiene.

RESTRICTED/LIMITED PROGRAMS:

Enrollment in engineering, business, psychology, and computer science courses is highly competitive, and may require a 3.0 GPA for some programs.

NOTABLE ACADEMICS PROGRAMS:
  • Petroleum Engineering — Petroleum engineers are involved in all facets of oil exploration and development, from identifying and characterizing the reservoir through drilling and completion to production. Petroleum engineers also find new ways to extract oil and gas from older wells. We offer courses that prepare students for careers in petroleum and energy-resource fields. Our state-of-the-art facilities and equipment provide higher levels of research capabilities. Our award-winning faculty create innovative and rigorous research opportunities for graduate students.
UNIQUE ACADEMICS PROGRAMS:
  • Construction Management — Construction Management at the University of Wyoming is a new degree program offered through the Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering. This occupation is growing at a faster rate than any other in the United States. University of Wyoming seeks to prepare a future workforce capable of competing in and driving technological advancements in construction industries.
  • Energy Studies — The School of Energy Resources (SER) at the University of Wyoming (UW) was created in 2006 to enhance the university's energy-related education, research and outreach. SER directs and integrates cutting-edge energy research and academic programs at UW and bridges academics and industry through targeted outreach programs.
  • Environmental Systems Science — Located between the Snowy Range mountains and Medicine Bow, students have several opportunities for hands-on learning alongside experts in the field.
  • Outdoor Recreation & Tourism Management — Outdoor Recreation and Tourism Management (BS) Connect people to the outdoors in one of the West’s fastest-growing industries. You’ll gain understanding of business, people and culture, environment and natural resources, recreation, and tourism in the classroom and outside. This program emphasizes stewardship and conservation of natural resources, tourism and outdoor recreation theories and best practices, entrepreneurial and business management strategies, creating outstanding visitor experiences, and broad understanding of cultural and natural resources.
OPTIONS:

Honors Access: No

UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS OPEN TO NSE STUDENTS:

Conditions

GPA AND OTHER ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS:
EXCHANGE PREFERENCES:
  • Full Year Exchange: Accepted
  • Single Term Exchange: Accepted
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (Visa Students):
  • Receive from Canada: Will Accept Away/Home Pay
  • Does your campus accept International Students (those already in the U.S. on a student visa)?Home or Away
CANADIAN EXCHANGE:
Learn More
  • Accept international students studying in Canada on a visa? - Yes
  • Accept Canadian students on J1 visa or F1 visa? -

Tuition/Finance

Figures per Semester are current as of 12/09/2025
TUITION:
  • Campus Budget
  • Fees are subject to change without notice
  • Home Tuition Payment: Available
  • Away Tuition Payment: Available
    Estimated cost:
    Per Term Tuition (Resident-Rate) - $2700
    Per Term Mandatory Fees - $1423
MAXIMUM CREDIT HOURS PER SEMESTER:
  • Home Payment: 18
  • Host Payment: 18
MISCELLANEOUS FEES:
Purpose
Amount
Period
Plan
Status
Parking Fee
$191
Term
Away & Home
Optional
Housing Fee
$100
Year
Away & Home
Optional
NSE Program Fee
$50
Term
Away & Home
Mandatory
Textbook Rental
$275
Term
Away & Home
Optional
IMPORTANT NOTES:

Students are automatically charged the textbook rental fee of Startright+, but they may opt out once registered for classes by visiting their course Canvas page.

Canadian students may incur additional fees relating to their student visa and services provided by the International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) office.

Financial Aid for NSE Students. Regardless of Payment Plan, financial aid is awarded by and disbursed from your home campus.

Room/Meals

Figures per Semester are current as of 12/09/2025
ON-CAMPUS HOUSING PER SEMESER:
  • Is on-campus housing available? Yes
  • Is on-campus living required? No
  • Number of reserved housing spaces: 0
  • Average Room Cost (per term): $3015
  • On-Campus Housing
Off-CAMPUS HOUSING:
NOTES ABOUT ON-CAMPUS HOUSING:

Students must apply to live in on-campus housing, and it is usually widely available. There are options in single or double-occupancy dorms and on-campus apartments.

MEAL PLANS:
  • Are meal plans available on campus? Yes
  • Is a meal plan purchase required for on-campus, non-apartment residence halls? Yes
  • Average Meal Plan Cost (per term): $3825
  • Campus Meal Plans
NOTES ABOUT MEAL PLANS:

Students can choose from two meal plans: Unlimited $3825 Unlimited M-F only $3345

Fees are subject to change without notice.

Chance of Acceptance

Priority Placements for Academic Year 26/27

If this is your top choice campus...

Home Tuition Payment Plan

Open

This campus usually accepts all eligible applicants. Apply and start packing your bags!

Away Tuition Payment Plan

Open

This campus usually accepts all eligible applicants. Apply and start packing your bags!

If this is your alternate choice campus...

Home Tuition Payment Plan

Limited

This campus usually accepts less than 50% of students that request it. Be prepared to be placed at an alternative choice. If applying to a site with a 'limited' chance of placement, we suggest that you list a minimum of 3-5 campuses on your application, with one to two sites that have an OPEN or EXCELLENT chance of acceptance.

Away Tuition Payment Plan

Open

This campus usually accepts all eligible applicants. Apply and start packing your bags!

Resources

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