Overview
The University of Wyoming is the state's public land-grant university located on a high plain campus in Laramie, in Wyoming. It serves undergraduate, graduate and professional students across a broad range of fields. Enrollment figures have fluctuated over time; one commonly cited estimate places total students at roughly 13,657, though yearly totals change with admissions and residency patterns. The institution maintains an official presence online for prospective students and the public: University of Wyoming.
Academics and organization
Academically, the university is organized into multiple colleges and schools offering liberal arts, sciences, professional degrees and research programs. Typical units include the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences, the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, the College of Business and the College of Education. Programs combine classroom instruction, laboratory and field research, and cooperative extension services that support the region.
- Undergraduate majors and graduate degrees
- Research centers and extension outreach
- Professional certifications and continuing education
History
The university was established in 1886, prior to Wyoming's admission to the Union, and grew from a modest territorial college into the state's principal public four-year institution. Over time the campus expanded its facilities, collections and curricula to meet changing educational and economic needs in the Rocky Mountain region.
Student life blends academic clubs, cultural organizations and outdoor recreation; athletic teams are known as the Wyoming Cowboys and Cowgirls and compete at the NCAA Division I level. Local traditions and the university's rural setting influence campus culture and community ties.
Notable alumni and role
Graduates have entered public service, business, science and the professions. Among well-known alumni is former U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney. As the only major public four-year institution in the state, the university plays a central role in workforce development, applied research and public outreach, often partnering with state agencies and industry.
Governance is by a board and a university president, and the institution emphasizes access, regional research priorities and stewardship of natural resources. For official information and regional resources consult the main pages and local guides: official site, regional information at Laramie and state resources at Wyoming.