University of Wyoming In-State Rules

In-state residency regulations vary by university; so do the costs and benefits of earning in-state status.  Below, you will find an overview of the major in-state requirements for University of Wyoming, an exact accounting of what’s at stake, as well as a consideration of in-state residency’s influence on financial aid including popular University of Wyoming grants and scholarships.

Nicknames:

Wyoming, UW, U of Wyoming, University of Wyoming-Laramie, UW-Laramie

 

University of Wyoming Tuition Overview:

$14,875 out-of-state tuition

$4,645 in-state tuition

$10,230 tuition savings/year

 

University of Wyoming Total Cost of Attendance:

$28,920 out-of-state residents

$18,690 in-state residents

$10,230 savings/year

 

University of Wyoming In-State Requirements:

This is the only University in Wyoming; it’s a fun school in a remotely populated mostly rural state and if you’re into the outdoors, maybe it’s high on your list of (or should be) of where you want to live and go to college.

Thankfully, it’s also a very do-able place where you can earn in-state residency.  In-state is not for just anybody who wants in-state (that’s every out-of-stater), there are some big things you need to be on board with to be successful.  If you’re on board or open to these criteria below, then you’ll want to explore further—otherwise, give up now and don’t waste your time.

• You’ve gotta want to be in Wyoming long-term, commit to the state above all others, and plant your flag in Wyoming. If it sounds like you basically need to marry Wyoming, well that’s pretty accurate.  If you just want to date Wyoming, that’s not good enough.  If you want to go steady…that’s close to the minimum required.  Commitment issues?  Your stiff penalty is guaranteed out-of-state tuition forever.
• You’re going to want to work at least a little bit and you might consider taking a slightly reduced course load
• Dorms are OK but it’s better if you live off-campus
• Want to leave Wyoming for every single second school isn’t in session? That’s fine if you don’t want in-state tuition—otherwise plan to be in Wyoming, especially during most of academic breaks.

So far so good?  If so, below are some options you may want to consider as a next step.

 

Want more, a definitive report detailing everything important you need to know?  Check out In-State Angels’ UW-Laramie Report.

 

If you’d prefer we just take your information and tell you what your in-state prospects are at Wyoming, you may want In-State Angels’ UW-Laramie Customized Report.

 

To discuss Wyoming with an expert, check out Consulting.

 

Or maybe you’re interested in having In-State Angels completely oversee your quest for in-state residency and guarantee your results, you may want to check out In-State Angels’ Full-Client Assessment.

 

University of Wyoming Out-of-State Tuition vs. In-State Tuition:

An annual tuition difference of $10,230 is substantial, that’s worth over two years of in-state tuition!

 

University of Wyoming Financial Aid:

A couple things you need to know about financial aid as it relates to earning in-state residency at University of Wyoming:

1) Any financial aid including grants and scholarships that requires your being a tax dependent of somebody OR requires you to be an out-of-state resident will in general disqualify you from establishing residency.  This means that by accepting such awards, you will be getting no closer to in-state tuition.  There are some exceptions to this whereby certain awards you can accept during your domicile period but will automatically surrender upon earning in-state status.

2) Your financial aid is re-assessed after earning in-state status and your Expected Family Contribution will be taken into consideration in light of the vastly reduced tuition you will owe.

See article: Do Your FAFSA…You Will Thank Us Later

 

University of Wyoming Grants:

In addition to standard federal grants (Pell Grant, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant), Wyoming residents may be eligible for a LEAP Grant (Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership).  This grant offers $100 to $2,500 every year. Eligibility is determined by financial need.

University of Wyoming Scholarships:

Wyoming Scholars Award

Wyoming residents with a minimum 3.5 GPA and 2.5 ACT score are eligible for a $1000 award, renewable for three additional years.

Wyoming Hathaway Scholarship Program

Named after former governor Stan Hathaway, this merit-based scholarship program for Wyoming residents is divided into four tiers, depending on GPA, ACT test score, and certain curriculum requirements.  Scholarships are renewable upon fulfilling academic requirements.

• Opportunity – $1,680/year; minimum 2.5 GPA and 19 ACT score.
• Performance – $2,520/year; minimum 3.0 GPA and 21 ACT score.
• Honors – $3,360/year; minimum 3.5 GPA and 25 ACT score.
• Provisional Opportunity – $1,680/year; minimum 2.5 GPA and 17 ACT score. Must be initially used at a Wyoming community college.  Upon completion of a degree or certificate, students may then extend the scholarship to the University of Wyoming.

This program also includes a need-based component that will provide additional funds to students with demonstrated financial need.

Rocky Mountain Scholars

Incoming nonresident freshmen that meet application deadlines and other requirements will be awarded a Rocky Mountain Scholarship of $3,000, $6,000 or 150% of resident tuition ($8,900 value). The amount received is determined by a combination of GPA and test scores. For instance, Students with a minimum 3.0 GPA and at least a 980 SAT/21 ACT may qualify for the bottom tier. The scholarship is renewable for up to 8 semesters if academic requirements are met.  To see the grid used to determine award amount, click here.