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Riverton, WY · Private University

Is Central Wyoming College Worth It?

ROI analysis based on real earnings and cost data

Strong ROIRanked #1402 of 3,472 schools by ROI

Key Numbers

10-Year Earnings

$34,402

median, 10 years after enrollment

In-State Tuition

$4,680

per year

Out-of-State Tuition

$10,980

per year

Total 4-Year Cost

$43,920

tuition only (4 years)

ROI Ratio

3.13x

earnings ÷ annual tuition

Graduation Rate

40.4%

6-year graduation rate

Median Debt

$8,361

at graduation

Avg Net Price

$13,622

after aid & scholarships

Earnings vs. Annual Cost

10-year median earnings compared to annual tuition

Median Earnings (10yr)$34,402
Annual Tuition$10,980
National Median Earnings$45,000

Central Wyoming College graduates earn $10,598 less than the national median of workers with any education level.

What You'd Actually Pay

Average net price after grants and scholarships, by family income

Under $30,000$12,308/yr
$30,000 – $48,000$12,983/yr
$48,000 – $75,000$13,958/yr
$75,000 – $110,000$17,039/yr
Over $110,000$17,894/yr

Source: IPEDS net price data. Actual costs vary based on individual financial circumstances.

The Bottom Line

Central Wyoming College stands out as a strong financial investment among U.S. colleges. Graduates earn $34,402 10 years after starting, $10,598 below the national median of $45,000. In-state students pay $4,680/year, significantly less than the $10,980 out-of-state rate, which substantially improves the ROI picture for state residents.

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Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Tuition data from IPEDS. ROI calculations are for informational purposes only and reflect median outcomes.