Nursing at University of Wyoming
What traits are you looking for in a school for Nursing, take a look at what University of Wyoming. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Wyoming is in Laramie, WY.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Wyoming
Online coursework is an option at University of Wyoming. Among 10,813 students, 2,268 (21%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,532 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Nursing Rankings at University of Wyoming
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Wyoming’s Nursing program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wyoming | #1 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #7 of 73 |
| Best Value | Wyoming | #7 of 8 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #31 of 72 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #496 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #760 of 1,878 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wyoming | #1 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #7 of 73 |
| Best Value | Wyoming | #7 of 8 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #31 of 72 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #496 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #760 of 1,878 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wyoming | #1 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #7 of 73 |
| Best Value | Wyoming | #7 of 8 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #31 of 72 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #496 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #760 of 1,878 |
Earnings for Nursing Graduates from University of Wyoming
Those who finish University of Wyoming’s Nursing program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $63,738 |
| 2 years | $66,369 |
| 3 years | $69,050 |
| 4 years | $75,177 |
| 5 years | $85,580 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Nursing graduates from University of Wyoming report median earnings of $75,177, compared with $58,250 for all University of Wyoming graduates — about 29% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Nursing graduates from University of Wyoming comes in at $22,185.
More Specific Nursing Concentrations at University of Wyoming
The Nursing program at University of Wyoming breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing | 154 |
| Nursing Practice | 16 |
Top-Paying Careers for Nursing Graduates
Those who complete Nursing program at University of Wyoming go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying careers for Nursing majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Nurse Practitioners | $147,651 |
| Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses | $143,854 |
| Medical and Health Services Managers | $129,557 |
| Registered Nurses | $105,741 |
| Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary | $69,718 |
| Nurse Anesthetists | $66,747 |
| Critical Care Nurses | $65,103 |
| Acute Care Nurses | $56,247 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialists | $52,889 |
| Nurse Midwives | $36,174 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.