by our College Data Analytics TeamSee current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees for University of Wyoming, and how those costs compare to other schools over time.
In the latest reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at University of Wyoming were $7,768 for the year. Out-of-state undergraduates paid $24,178. That gap is the in-state discount at this school.
The fees portion of those totals added up to $2,578 in-state and $2,578 out-of-state; the remainder is straight tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $5,190 | $21,600 |
| Fees | $2,578 | $2,578 |
| Total | $7,768 | $24,178 |
This tuition and fees total reflects one year of study and leave out room and board.
Bear in mind that many undergraduates get financial aid and scholarships that reduce the amount they actually pay. The totals here are the list price.
What will University of Wyoming cost for part-time students? Check the Cost Per Credit Hour page for the breakdown.
For perspective, here is how University of Wyoming prices compare to peer schools. Ratings are based on how far the price sits from each group’s average.
| Nationwide | In WY | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Expensive | Expensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Expensive | Average |
Against the nationwide average, University of Wyoming lands right around the average.
Note that financial aid can substantially change the real price, so compare net cost too. Visit the University of Wyoming Financial Aid page for specifics.
Tuition at University of Wyoming has moved over the last few reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $4,620 | $19,170 |
| Two Years Ago | $4,800 | $19,950 |
| One Year Ago | $4,980 | $20,760 |
| Most Recent Year | $5,190 | $21,600 |
The chart here shows how tuition at UW has shifted across recent years.
Year over year, out-of-state tuition went up 4.0%. At the same pace next year, tuition + fees would be roughly $25,156 for the coming year.
Tuition generally rises year after year at most schools, so plan for the cost in later years to exceed today’s posted rate.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for additional detail.
Averaged across those years, in-state tuition and fees increased by 7.41%, putting next year’s in-state cost near $8,343. For out-of-state students, the average annual increase was 5.10%, so next year out-of-state students could pay around $25,411.
Carrying that rate forward, here is the projected tuition and fees for the next five years:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $8,343 | $25,411 |
| In 2 Years | $8,961 | $26,707 |
| In 3 Years | $9,625 | $28,069 |
| In 4 Years | $10,338 | $29,501 |
| In 5 Years | $11,104 | $31,006 |
As you plan how to pay for college, fold in expected yearly increases — four years of out-of-state cost at this pace comes to around $109,688, or close to $37,267 for in-state students.
A tuition figure is only part of the conversation — scholarships and aid frequently cut what families actually pay.
For specifics on financial aid at University of Wyoming, go to the University of Wyoming Financial Aid page.
