About UW
University of Wyoming (UW) — public non-profit university. It is located in Laramie, United States. UW is a member of Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU). Sport affiliations and memberships: National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
It is one of the best institutions in the world. In QS World University Rankings 2023, it is among top-990. Times Higher Education World University Ranking (THE), places the university in 98 position in the world. In the USA, UW is considered one of the most prestigious higher education institutions.
UW does research in different fields of study and offers bachelor, master and doctorate programs.
- Location
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Laramie, United States
- Establishment year
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1886
- Students
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11,627
- International students
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564
- Female students
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50%
- Acceptance rate
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94%
Place in ratings
- Rating QS
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2023#987
- Rating in the USA
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2021#251
- Rating THE
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2022#98
UW tuition fees
The academic calendar at UW is divided into two semesters. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. Tuition fees here are different for locals and foreigners. For locals, it starts from 4,349 USD, and for foreigners — a minimum of 8,080 USD. The university has several scholarships and student financial support programs that help students cover part of their tuition costs. Check the university website for up-to-date information on prices and scholarships.
- Academic calendar
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Semesters
- Scholarships
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Yes
- Financial AidAllowances and other types of social assistance
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Yes
- Bachelor
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Local4,349 USD/year
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Foreign18,085 USD/year
- Master
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Local5,075 USD/year
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Foreign8,080 USD/year
Additionally
Also, be prepared for additional expenses: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses.
- Room and board
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on campus10,615 USD/year
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off campus10,615 USD/year
- Other expensesTransport, personal expenses, university fees
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on campus3,184 USD/year
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off campus3,184 USD/year
Bachelor degree in UW
Only students with a GPA of at least 3 are admitted to the undergraduate programs. Another important criterion for the selection committee is the results of entrance exams. Before applying to the university, you need to pass an exam for knowledge of the English language. The university accepts the results of IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum IELTS score is 6. The TOEFL score is not lower than 71. Applicants will need a subject exam — ACT or SAT. At UW,you can also get a bachelor's degree remotely.
- GPA
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3
- IELTS
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6
- TOEFL iBT
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71
- TOEFL PBT
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525
Master's degree in UW
The admission committee of the university takes into account the previous academic performance of the student. To confirm your level of English, you must pass IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score for admission is 76. IELTS — 6 or higher. UW provides an opportunity to get a master's degree remotely.
- IELTS
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6
- TOEFL iBT
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76
- TOEFL PBT
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525
Doctorate degree in UW
If you decide to pursue a career in science and enroll in a doctoral program, you must pass the language exam — IELTS or TOEFL. For enrollment, you need to pass TOEFL with 76 points. The minimum score for IELTS is 6.5. UW is inviting students for online PhD programs.
- IELTS
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6.5
- TOEFL iBT
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76
- TOEFL PBT
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540
UW campus
At UW, learning takes place away from the city in the countryside. This allows students to be less distracted by the noise and temptations of the big city. If you enjoy spending time outdoors, you will love studying here. University students have access to the library. It contains a collection of scientific papers, textbooks and fiction. UW regularly invites foreign students to participate in exchange programs. For locals, this is a unique opportunity to get in touch with the cultures of other countries, meet representatives of different nationalities and make friends around the world.
- Campus Type
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Rural
- Library
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Yes
What to do after graduation
After graduation from the university, students can stay in the country for 1 year. To do this, you need to extend your student visa or apply for a job seeker visa. We talk about other options for immigration in our article.
