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 1,457 students (31% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 29%.
The student population of Eastern Wyoming College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 31:1 has increased from 11:1 over five years.
The Eastern Wyoming College diversity score of 0.33 is less than the state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,457 students
2,881 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
447 students
1,032 students
# Part-Time Students
1,010 students
1,849 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
1,457 students
2,429 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
447 students
1,032 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,010 students
1,849 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
2%
% Hispanic
10%
13%
% Black
1%
1%
% White
81%
71%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
2%
8%
Diversity Score
0.33
0.47
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3418%
1%
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $2,568 is less than the state average of $2,855. The in-state tuition has declined by 40% 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 38% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,568
$2,855
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,552
$6,991
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
97%
94%
Median Debt for Graduates
$6,851
$9,328
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,500
$4,875
Source: 2025 (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.
What schools are Eastern Wyoming College often compared to?
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