Laramie, Wyoming
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The University of Wyoming (UW) is a public land-grant research university in Laramie, Wyoming, United States. It was founded in March 1886, four years before the territory was admitted as the 44th state, and opened in September 1887. The University of Wyoming's location is written into the state's constitution. The university also offers outreach education in communities throughout Wyoming and online. The University…
National rank
Ranked #148 in the US by Times Higher Education (2026). Source: THE US ↗
National rank
Ranked #169 in the US by CWUR (2026). Source: CWUR US ↗
Value rank
Ranked #233 on Washington Monthly Best Bang for the Buck. Source: WM Best Value ↗
National rank
Ranked #244 in Forbes Top Colleges (2026). Source: Forbes ↗
World rank
Ranked #786 globally by CWUR (2026). Source: CWUR World ↗
World rank
Corner of Ninth and Ivinson, Laramie, Wyoming, 82071
Visit University SiteRanked #801 globally in Times Higher Education (2026). Source: THE World ↗
Total CoA (on-campus): $25,868
Room & Board: $13,340
Books & Supplies: $1,670
Receive Aid: 94%
Avg Grant Aid: $8,761
Pell Grant Recipients: 22%
Total CoA (on-campus): $41,648
Room & Board: $13,340
Books & Supplies: $1,670
Receive Aid: 94%
Avg Grant Aid: $8,761
Pell Grant Recipients: 22%