Western Wyoming Community College
About Western Wyoming Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Western Wyoming Community College teaches in Rock Springs, in the high desert of the state's southwest, and keeps dormitories. Business and nursing are its largest programs.
Founded
1959
Location
Rock Springs, Wyoming
Students
1,319
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
32.5%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,230
Out-of-state: $10,530
Avg Net Price
$6,591
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$40,939
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
32.5% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
15.2%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$10.8K
Class Size
Medium
The 32.5% 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
$4,230
In-State
$10,530
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$8,880
Books & Supplies
$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,532
After Financial Aid
$6,591
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$6,077
Receive Grants
19.5%
Take Loans
11.8%
The total cost of attendance runs about $14,532/yr, including $8,880 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $6,591.
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 Western Wyoming Community College fund their education.
While in School
19.5%
Get Grants
Free money
11.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$29,391
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$95/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,000, 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 Western Wyoming Community College.
Gender
58.8%
Female
41%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,319
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
47.4%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
21%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 59% of the student body. 47.4% 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
1,319
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
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Western Wyoming Community College fields 4 varsity teams with 104 student athletes, about 8% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Wrestling
Student Athletes
104
8% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
46% / 54%
48
Men
56
Women
2
Men's Teams
3
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Western Wyoming Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$40,939
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$38K
40 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$69K
37 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$46K
34 grads
4yr Earnings
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
$121K
18 grads
4yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
16 grads
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians
—
16 grads
Graduates earn about $39K six years out, growing to $41K 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.