Central Wyoming College

Overview

Central Wyoming College (CWC), located in Riverton, Wyoming, is a public community college founded in 1966 and serves the primarily rural central region of the state. Offering a variety of two-year associate degree programs, as well as certificate and professional development options, CWC is particularly noted for its strong programs in vocational training, health sciences, and outdoor education. Set on a scenic campus amid the diverse geography of the Wind River range, the college provides a unique learning environment that blends natural beauty with the low-rise, modern architecture of its facilities. While Central Wyoming College offers a relatively open admissions policy, it maintains a commitment to academic rigor and personal attention within its smaller class sizes. The college accommodates students in several housing options, including apartment-style and traditional residence halls. Though not primarily known for athletics, CWC supports a range of student athlete programs and competes with its teams known as the Rustlers.

Central Wyoming College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  612 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,311 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $3,150 plus fees of $1,530.