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Overview<\/h2>\n

The University of Wyoming (UW), established in 1886, is a public land-grant research university located in Laramie, Wyoming. It serves as the state’s flagship institution and is widely recognized for strengths in engineering<\/strong>, energy research<\/strong>, education<\/strong>, and environmental sciences<\/strong>. UW offers a diverse range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees to a student population of about 12,000<\/strong>. With a scenic campus near the Rocky Mountains, students can pair academics with outdoor learning and field experiences. The university also emphasizes research, innovation, and statewide outreach, helping it function as a cornerstone of higher education in Wyoming.<\/p>\n

2. General Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Attribute<\/th>\nDetails<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
University Name<\/td>\nUniversity of Wyoming<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Location<\/td>\nLaramie, Wyoming, USA<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Founded<\/td>\n1886<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Type<\/td>\nPublic<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Students<\/td>\n12,000+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Campus Size<\/td>\n785 acres<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Website<\/td>\nuwyo.edu<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Quick comparison<\/td>\nIf you’re comparing public land-grant options, you may also want to review Utah State University<\/a> for a similar research-and-career-focused pathway.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

3. Fee Structure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Program<\/th>\nTuition Fee (per year)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Undergraduate (in-state)<\/td>\n$5,400<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Undergraduate (out-of-state)<\/td>\n$16,800<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Graduate (in-state)<\/td>\n$6,100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Graduate (out-of-state)<\/td>\n$17,600<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Note<\/td>\nTuition can change by academic year and may not include fees, books, or housing. For planning, confirm the latest rates on the university website.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

4. Academic Programs<\/h2>\n

UW is organized around academic colleges that support hands-on learning, research opportunities, and industry-relevant preparation. Common areas students explore include:<\/p>\n