Laramie County Community College
About Laramie County Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Laramie County Community College teaches in Cheyenne and is the largest community college in Wyoming, with dormitories on its campus. Nursing and teacher education are among its largest programs.
Founded
1968
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming
Students
2,799
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
38.4%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,613
Out-of-state: $10,913
Avg Net Price
$7,287
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$44,783
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
38.4% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
18.6%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$12.6K
Class Size
Medium
The 38.4% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,613
In-State
$10,913
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$10,150
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$13,504
After Financial Aid
$7,287
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$5,873
Receive Grants
26.5%
Take Loans
17.8%
The total cost of attendance runs about $13,504/yr, including $10,150 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $7,287.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Laramie County Community College fund their education.
While in School
26.5%
Get Grants
Free money
17.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$30,398
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$11,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$117/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $11,000, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Laramie County Community College.
Gender
67.9%
Female
32%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,799
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
38.3%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
25.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 68% of the student body. 38.3% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Rural: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
2,799
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Laramie County Community College fields 4 varsity teams with 136 student athletes, about 5% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
136
5% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
46% / 54%
62
Men
74
Women
3
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Laramie County Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$44,783
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$73K
48 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
44 grads
Psychology, General
$37K
38 grads
4yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
—
34 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$64K
32 grads
1yr Earnings
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
$32K
25 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $39K six years out, growing to $45K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.