Nursing Schools in Wyoming (2026)

8 accredited nursing programs found

8
Nursing Schools
8 / 0
Public / Private
$4,868
Avg Public Tuition
42.7%
Avg Grad Rate

Wyoming has 8 nursing-relevant schools in this directory, all 8 public — the only state in this directory without a single private nursing-relevant institution. Average in-state tuition is $4,868 — among the lowest of any state — with public schools averaging $4,868 (no private average available). The 25th-to-75th-percentile tuition band runs from $4,410 to $4,830, an exceptionally tight band reflecting the uniform community-college and University of Wyoming tuition structure. The cheapest tracked program is Western Wyoming Community College at $4,250 per year, and the largest by undergraduate enrollment is the University of Wyoming at approximately 8,047.

Across Wyoming programs the average graduation rate is 42.7 percent and the average retention rate is 66.8 percent. Median post-graduation earnings average $40,706 and median federal debt at graduation averages $10,190 — the lowest of any state in this directory. The state's healthcare employer base is dominated by Banner Health, the Wyoming Medical Center, and a network of rural critical-access hospitals across the state's vast geography.

Registered Nurse Market in Wyoming

BLS wage and employment data for registered nurses

+6% projected growth
10th Percentile
$56,780
Median
$76,640
90th Percentile
$103,920
Employment
4,690
Openings
193,100

Registered Nurse Salary in Wyoming

Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2024

Median Salary
$76,640
Mean Salary
$79,560
Entry Level (10th %)
$56,780
Experienced (90th %)
$103,920
RNs Employed: 4,690
vs National Median: -18% (below $93,600)
Job Growth (2023-2033): +6%
Average Tuition
$4,868
$0

Matches the Wyoming average of $4,868.

Graduation Rate
42.7%
0.0%

Matches the Wyoming average of 42.7%.

Median Earnings
$40,706
$0

Matches the Wyoming median of $40,706.

Tuition Overview

Avg Public Tuition$4,868
Lowest Tuition$4,250
Highest Tuition$6,938

Student Outcomes

Avg Graduation Rate42.7%
Avg Earnings After Grad$41,561
Avg Student Debt$10,190
Total Enrollment18,041

All Nursing Schools in Wyoming

Institution City Type Tuition (In-State) Enrollment
University of Wyoming Laramie Public $6,938 8,047
Laramie County Community College Cheyenne Public $4,613 2,563
Casper College Casper Public $4,410 2,239
Northern Wyoming Community College District Sheridan Public $4,830 1,607
Western Wyoming Community College Rock Springs Public $4,250 1,289
Central Wyoming College Riverton Public $4,680 981
Northwest College Powell Public $4,935 826
Eastern Wyoming College Torrington Public $4,290 489

Nursing Guides & Resources

Frequently Asked Questions

How many nursing schools are in Wyoming?
There are 8 nursing schools in Wyoming, including 8 public and 0 private institutions.
What is the average nursing school tuition in Wyoming?
Average in-state tuition across nursing schools in Wyoming is $4,868. Tuition ranges from $4,250 to $6,938 where data is available.
What is the average graduation rate for nursing schools in Wyoming?
The average graduation rate is 42.7%, with University of Wyoming reporting the highest rate at 59.9%.
What is the average retention rate in Wyoming?
The average retention rate across nursing schools in Wyoming is 66.8%.
What do graduates from nursing schools in Wyoming earn?
The median schoolwide earnings figure among these institutions is $40,706 10 years after entry. This is institution-level outcomes data rather than nursing-only wage data.
What is the average student debt at nursing schools in Wyoming?
Average median debt among nursing schools in Wyoming is $10,190.
How much do registered nurses earn in Wyoming?
Registered nurses earn a median annual salary of $76,640, with the 10th percentile at $56,780 and the 90th percentile at $103,920.
What is the RN job outlook for Wyoming?
The RN occupation shows projected growth of 6% in this state, with 4,690 registered nurses employed in the latest BLS wage data.

Wyoming Nursing Market Context

BLS data for Wyoming shows an RN median annual wage of $76,640 and a mean of $79,560. The 10th to 90th percentile range runs from $56,780 to $103,920. Statewide RN employment is approximately 4,690 and the projected growth rate is 6 percent — in line with the national figure.

Median program debt of $10,190 against a $76,640 RN median wage produces what may be the most favorable payback ratio in the country: extremely low debt combined with above-national-median wages. The 90th-percentile figure of $103,920 reflects what experienced Wyoming RNs can reach. Wyoming has no state income tax on wages, which materially shifts the after-tax comparison against neighboring states. The state's small healthcare market means rural placements are common and often come with retention bonuses; career mobility for experienced nurses commonly involves accepting placements across multiple Wyoming towns or pursuing advanced practice.