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Central Wyoming College

Riverton, WY·Public·https://www.cwc.edu/

Campus Identity

Central Wyoming College is a public college in Riverton, WY. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 53/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Central Wyoming College is a public college in Riverton, WY. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 53/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$3,150
In-State Tuition
+$1,530 fees
$9,450
Out-of-State Tuition
+$1,530 fees
$6,333
Room & Board
17 meals/week
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Town setting

Ski Access

72 miles

White Pine Ski Area

Weather

Cold Climate

37°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

72 mi away
370 skiable acres2 lifts
99 mi away
300 skiable acres2 lifts
108 mi away
92 skiable acres2 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Riverton, WY

19°Jan24°Feb36°Mar44°Apr53°May63°Jun72°Jul70°Aug59°Sep45°Oct31°Nov20°Dec

Station: RIVERTON REGIONAL Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

53/100
Less Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety634443
63/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
44/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
43/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$3,150$9,450
Fees
$1,530$1,530
Room & Board
$6,333$6,333
Total
$11,013$17,313
In-StateOut-of-State
Meal Plan: 17 meals/week

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

88 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Electrical and Power Transmission InstallersCertificate
34 grads/yr
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
30 grads/yr$79,931
Systems Science and TheoryAssociate's
21 grads/yr
Precision Metal WorkingCertificate
19 grads/yr
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, GeneralAssociate's
18 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's30 grads$79,931
Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management
Associate's1 grads$39,043
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
Certificate34 grads
Systems Science and Theory
Associate's21 grads
Precision Metal Working
Certificate19 grads
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
Associate's18 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's12 grads
Agricultural and Domestic Animal Services
Associate's10 grads
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Associate's9 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Bachelor's9 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Central Wyoming College located?

Central Wyoming College is located in Riverton, WY. The main campus address is 2660 Peck Avenue, Riverton, WY. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Central Wyoming College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Central Wyoming College charges $3,150/year for in-state students and $9,450/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($6,333/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $10,980/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Central Wyoming College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Central Wyoming College the right fit for me?

Whether Central Wyoming College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($9,450/year out-of-state), campus culture in Riverton, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Central Wyoming College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Central Wyoming College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Riverton, WY
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Bachelor's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Cold · 37°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
53/100
Nearest Airport
Riverton, WY (RIW) · 3 mialso LND (21 mi), WRL (69 mi)

Location

Riverton, WY

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.