Eastern Wyoming College is a student-centered, comprehensive public community college committed to providing accessible, postsecondary education for its students. The College�s primary constituency includes all residents of Goshen, Platte, Converse, Niobrara, Weston, and Crook counties. Eastern Wyoming College provides high quality, dynamic life-long learning which focuses on academic transfer programs leading to associate of arts or science degrees, career and occupational programs leading to certificates and applied science degrees. The College also provides developmental and basic skills instruction, adult and continuing education, public and community service programs, and student activities and support services.
School Highlights
Eastern Wyoming College serves 1,367 students (33% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is same as the state community college average of 9:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 97%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
Enrollment: 1,367 students
In-state tuition: $2,568
Out-state tuition: $6,552
Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
Minority enrollment: 98%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 145 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student population of Eastern Wyoming College has declined by 11% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 has decreased from 11:1 over five years.
The Eastern Wyoming College diversity score of 0.27 is less than the state average of 0.39. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,367 students
2,309 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
9:1
# Full-Time Students
456 students
742 students
# Part-Time Students
911 students
1,567 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
858 students
225 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
456 students
742 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
911 students
1,567 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
620 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
1%
% Asian
1%
1%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
10%
11%
% White
2%
3%
% Hawaiian
85%
77%
% Two or more races
n/a
6%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
2%
1%
Diversity Score
0.27
0.39
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.4031%
0.8726%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.3848%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$32,300
$34,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,568 is less than the state average of $2,855. The in-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,552 is less than the state average of $6,991. The out-state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,568
$2,855
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,552
$6,991
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
93%
Median Debt for Graduates
$6,851
$9,323
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,500
$4,750
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
Eastern Wyoming College is a rural public comprehensive community
college that facilitates student learning in small classes within a
supportive educational environment. The college values academic
achievement, lifelong learning and cultural enrichment. Founded in
1948, Eastern Wyoming College is a rural, public, two-year,
community college with academic transfer programs as well as
technical certification programs. The college offers 21 Associate
of Arts Degrees, 20 Associate of Science Degrees, 7 Associate of
Applied Science Degrees, 7 Career Track Certificates and
ABE/GED/ESL programs. EWC also provides opportunities for lifelong
learning through its community education programs. EWC offers
courses at the Torrington campus, Douglas & Newcastle branch
campuses, and in 10 other Wyoming communities. The college is
accredited by the Higher Learning Commission: Member North Central
Association, American Veterinary Medical Association and American
Welding Society.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Eastern Wyoming College cost?
Eastern Wyoming College's tuition is approximately $2,568 for In-State students and $6,552 for Out-State students.
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Quick Stats (2024-25)
Enrollment: 1,367 students
In-state tuition: $2,568
Out-state tuition: $6,552
Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
Minority enrollment: 98%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Transfer 2+2 Degree Plans (2022)
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