Laramie County Community College Photo - Students participated in a photoshoot for our viewbook

Best Wyoming Community Colleges (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 community colleges serving 20,266 students in Wyoming (7 public colleges and 1 private colleges).
The average tuition for community colleges in Wyoming is approximately $2,855 per year for in-state students and $6,991 for out-of-state students. (view national tuition costs).
The top-ranked community colleges in Wyoming include Northwest College. Minority enrollment is 29%, with the majority being Hispanic and the student-teacher ratio is 24:1.

Top-Ranked Wyoming Community Colleges (2026)

College
Location
Quick Facts
Northwest College
Northwest College Photo
Public
231 W 6th St
Powell, WY 82435
(307) 754-6000
Enrollment: 1,486 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Acceptance rate: 90% In-state tuition: $2,158 Out-state tuition: $5,128 Minority enrollment: 23%
Casper College
Casper College Photo - The Student Union is a central gathering point for students.
Public
125 College Drive
Casper, WY 82601
(307) 268-2100
Enrollment: 3,403 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 In-state tuition: $4,110 Out-state tuition: $10,050 Minority enrollment: 21%
Central Wyoming College
Central Wyoming College Photo - CWC Vocals
Public
2660 Peck Avenue
Riverton, WY 82501
(307) 855-2000
Enrollment: 2,205 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 In-state tuition: $3,024 Out-state tuition: $7,128 Minority enrollment: 43%
Eastern Wyoming College
Public
3200 West C St
Torrington, WY 82240
(307) 532-8200
Enrollment: 1,457 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 In-state tuition: $2,568 Out-state tuition: $6,552 Minority enrollment: 19%
Laramie County Community College
Laramie County Community College Photo - Students participated in a photoshoot for our viewbook
Public
1400 E College Dr
Cheyenne, WY 82007
(307) 778-5222
Enrollment: 4,193 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Acceptance rate: 83% In-state tuition: $2,832 Out-state tuition: $6,816 Minority enrollment: 44%
1 Whitney Way
Sheridan, WY 82801
(307) 675-0505
Enrollment: 3,534 students Student-teacher ratio: 36:1 In-state tuition: $2,892 Out-state tuition: $6,876 Minority enrollment: 18%
Western Wyoming Community College
Western Wyoming Community College Photo - Faculty and Students celebrating Graduation 2009!
Public
2500 College Dr
Rock Springs, WY 82901
(307) 382-1600
Enrollment: 2,653 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 In-state tuition: $2,400 Out-state tuition: $6,384 Minority enrollment: 22%
WyoTech
Private for-profit
1889 Venture Drive
Laramie, WY 82070
(307) 742-3776
Enrollment: 1,335 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%

Overview

This State (WY)
Total Faculty
92 staff
Number of Programs Offered
4

Student Body

Total Enrollment
2,881 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
# Full-Time Students
1,032 students
# Part-Time Students
1,849 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
219 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,032 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,849 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
545 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
% Asian
1%
% Hispanic
13%
% Black
1%
% White
71%
% Hawaiian
n/a
% Two or more races
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
% Unknown races
8%
Diversity Score
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
1%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
38%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,500

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

In-State Tuition Fees
$2,855
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,991
Private State Tuition Fees
n/a
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
94%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,328
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,875
Acceptance Rate
86%

Frequently Asked Questions

How many community colleges are located in Wyoming?
There are 8 community colleges serving 20,266 students in Wyoming.
How much do community colleges cost in Wyoming?
The average tuition for community colleges in Wyoming is approximately $2,855 per year for in-state students and $6,991 for out-of-state students.
What are the top-ranked community colleges in Wyoming?
The top-ranked community colleges in Wyoming include Northwest College.
How diverse are community colleges in Wyoming?
Community colleges in Wyoming have approximately 29% minority enrollment, with the majority being Hispanic.

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