C+
Above Average
Score: 61/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
32/100 · earnings-weighted

Central Wyoming College

4-Year Public
📍 Riverton, Wyoming 82501
Central Wyoming College campus, Riverton, WY
Central Wyoming College campus, Riverton, WY. Photo: Chevsapher, CC0 via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
B
67/100
Affordability
B
71/100
Resources
C+
63/100
Experience
B+
79/100
Prestige
F
27/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

2,106
Total Enrollment
40%
Graduation Rate
90%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$10,108
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Central Wyoming College ▼

29% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$264,257
Avg Monthly Rent
$955
1-Year Change
+1.9%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Central Wyoming College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$34,402
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$30,833
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$8,361
Median debt at graduation
37.4%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
18.8%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 24% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 14th percentile among associate-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (WY wage index 0.92). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Central Wyoming College

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$65,164$79,931-1%#494 of 962#460$8,733
Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management—$39,043-13%———

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Central Wyoming College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $264,257
  • Avg rent near campus: $955/mo — vs ~$318/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 82501 (2.8% cap, Riverton)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $3,150 $9,450
Room $2,865
Board $3,468
Total Cost (On-Campus) $18,340 $24,640

Financial Aid

95%
Receive Any Aid
40%
Receive Pell Grants
17%
Take Out Loans
$10,108
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$12,308
$30,001 - $48,000$12,983
$48,001 - $75,000$13,958
$75,001 - $110,000$17,039
$110,001+$17,894

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 30 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 29 grads/yr Environmental Science 24 grads/yr Health and Wellness, General 20 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 15 grads/yr Electrician 14 grads/yr Geographic Information Science and Cartography 13 grads/yr Systems Science and Theory 10 grads/yr Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 10 grads/yr General Studies 10 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 10 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 8 grads/yr Organizational Leadership 7 grads/yr Psychology, General 7 grads/yr Computer/Computer Systems Technology/Technician 7 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 7 grads/yr Accounting 7 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 6 grads/yr Equestrian/Equine Studies 6 grads/yr Medical Office Assistant/Specialist 6 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Central Wyoming College's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
$51k/yr 457,300 jobs
Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders
$47k/yr 38,900 jobs
Environmental science teachers, postsecondary
$88k/yr 9,000 jobs
Environmental scientists and specialists, including health
$80k/yr 90,300 jobs
Compliance officers
$78k/yr 418,000 jobs
Forest and conservation technicians
$54k/yr 33,800 jobs

Student Demographics

2,106
Total Students
56%
Women
39%
Traditional Age (18-24)
29%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 59%
Hispanic 15%
Asian 1%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 40%
Off-Campus (Renters) 29%
With Family 31%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~617 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 57%
Hybrid (Some Online) 22%
Fully Online 21%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 39%
25-64 (Adult) 24%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Central Wyoming College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Central Wyoming College?
Tuition at Central Wyoming College is $3,150 for in-state students and $9,450 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $10,108.
What is the graduation rate at Central Wyoming College?
The graduation rate at Central Wyoming College is 40%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Central Wyoming College a good school?
Central Wyoming College has a Repit College Score of 61/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Central Wyoming College?
Central Wyoming College has a total enrollment of 2,106 students.
Is there rental demand near Central Wyoming College?
Yes! Approximately 29% of students at Central Wyoming College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 617 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Riverton area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology