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University of Wyoming

Laramie, WY

Welcoming new students to Wyoming
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Features

  1. Outdoor Magazine recognized UWYO as one of that nation's top outdoor schools
  2. 300+ sunny days every year
  3. 100+ annual outdoor programs and 270+ Recognized Student Organizations

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.

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 31,000 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.

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.

2023/2024 Placement

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Host Payment
Open
Home Payment
Open

2024/2025 Placement

Learn more about Chance of Placement
and choosing alternate options.

Fast Facts

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Location | Laramie
Population | 30,000
Enrollment | 11,110
Language | English
Calendar | Semester
Canada | Home & Host
Term Dates
Fall | 08/23-12/17
Spring | 01/17-05/12

Campus Diversity

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1st Nation/Native | 1%
Asian | 1%
Black | 1%
Hawaiian/P.I. | 1%
Hispanic/Latino | 8%
Two or more | 4%
White | 75%
Other | 9%
International | 0%
featured area
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Academics

Registration
  • Campus Catalog
  • Priority: After campus students
  • Syllabus Request for Course Pre-Approval: Contact Host Campus instructor or department
Closed Programs
Nursing, Law, Pharmacy, Speech Pathology and Audiology and Dental Hygiene.

Limitations
Enrollment in engineering, business, psychology, and computer science courses is highly competitive.

Unique Academic Programs

  • 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 Studies - Located between the Snowy Range mountains and Medicine Bow, students have several opportunities for hands-on learning alongside experts in the field.
  • Outdoor Recreation 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

Options
Honors Access: Yes
Study Abroad Access: Yes

Undergraduate Majors Open to NSE Students

Accounting, African American Studies, Agricultural Business... ++ show all

Conditions

GPA and Other Academic Requirements
  • 2.5 GPA
Exchange Preferences
  • Full-year exchange Accepted
  • Single term exchange Accepted
Non-Native English Speakers
  • TOEFL: must have a score of 525.00 paper, N/A computer or 71.00 Internet
  • IELTS: must have a score of 6.00
Summer Exchange
  • Not available
International Students (Visa Students)
  • Will accept Home/Host Pay
Canadian Students
  • Will accept Home/Host Pay

Tuition / Finances

Figures per Semester are current as of 08/23/22

Finances
  • Campus Budget
  • Fees are subject to change without notice.
  • Two semesters = one academic year
  • Three quarters = one academic year
Tuition and Fees Per Semester - Host Payment Students
  • Estimated cost: $3049.
  • Expect 5-15% increase for the subsequent academic year.
  • Figures are based on 15 hours. Actual costs may be greater or less depending upon your actual enrollment.
  • Figures do not include costs you will incur for course specific enrollment (e.g., laboratory courses, student teaching, studio art)
  • See below for credit hour restrictions and/or miscellaneous fees applicable to Host Payment students.
Tuition and Fees - Home Payment Students
  • No tuition/fees are paid to the host campus.
  • Figures do not include costs you will incur for course specific enrollment (e.g., laboratory courses, student teaching, studio art)
  • See below for credit hour restrictions and/or miscellaneous fees applicable to Home Payment students.
Maximum Credit Hours Per Semester
  • Host Payment: None.
  • Home Payment: 12 ($160 per additional hour)

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

Miscellaneous Fees - Per Semester

Purpose Amount Period Plan Status
NSE Program Fee $75 Semester Host & Home Mandatory
Housing Deposit $100 Year Host & Home Mandatory
Parking Fee $81.50 Semester Host & Home Optional

Important Notes: The University of Wyoming has recently begun assessing Program fees. Program Fees vary from $3 to $25 per credit hour.

Room / Meals

Figures are current as of 08/23/22

On-Campus Housing Per Semester
  • On-Campus Housing
  • 24% living on campus
  • Double: $2411
  • Full-year contract required for a full-year exchange
Off-Campus Housing
  • Off-Campus Housing
  • Approximate monthly cost: $600
  • Proximity to campus: .5-3 miles
  • Local Public Transportation Available to Campus
Notes About Housing
Housing in Residence Halls is guaranteed. Students can be released from Residence Hall full year contract if they are only staying 1 semester. Housing in on campus apartments may require a lease of longer than the academic term (semester or year). You cannot be released from the Bison Run contract (you will have to pay August-July).

Meal Plans

Notes About Meal Plans
Unlimited meal plan costs $3161 per semester.

Health

Figures per Semester are current as of 08/23/22

Purpose Amount Period Plan Status
Health Insurance $1292 Semester Home & Host Optional

Exchange with Canada - Health Insurance
Students must purchase campus health insurance at $1 per semester.

Requirements

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