Northern Wyoming Community College District
About Northern Wyoming Community College District
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Sheridan College teaches at the foot of the Bighorn Mountains in northern Wyoming and keeps dormitories. Nursing and allied health are its largest programs.
Founded
1948
Location
Sheridan, Wyoming
Students
1,610
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
42.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,830
Out-of-state: $11,130
Avg Net Price
$9,346
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$40,477
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
42.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
65.2%
Transfer Out
16%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
96.5%
$/Student
$10.7K
Class Size
Medium
The 42.2% graduation rate is below average, but 65.2% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,830
In-State
$11,130
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$9,760
Books & Supplies
$1,800
Total Cost of Attendance
$17,001
After Financial Aid
$9,346
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,069
Receive Grants
18.2%
Take Loans
12%
The total cost of attendance runs about $17,001/yr, including $9,760 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $9,346.
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 Northern Wyoming Community College District fund their education.
While in School
18.2%
Get Grants
Free money
12%
Take Loans
Must repay
$32,136
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$8,622
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$91/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $8,622, 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 Northern Wyoming Community College District.
Gender
61.5%
Female
39%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,610
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
45.5%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
20.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 62% of the student body. 45.5% 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
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
1,610
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Northern Wyoming Community College District fields 4 varsity teams with 127 student athletes, about 8% of the student body.
Division
Other
Association not listed by the survey
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
127
8% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
46% / 54%
59
Men
68
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 Northern Wyoming Community College Districtearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$40,477
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$38K
70 grads
1yr Earnings
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
$52K
68 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$72K
53 grads
1yr Earnings
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
$62K
24 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$42K
21 grads
4yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
$45K
21 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $36K six years out, growing to $40K 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.