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Central Wyoming College (CWC)
- 2660 Peck Avenue
- Riverton, WY 82501
- OPEID College Code: 00728900
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- General Phone: (307) 855-2000
- College President: Dr. Jo Anne Mcfarland
- Website: www.cwc.edu

- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's Degree
- Local Area: Remote Town
- Student Enrollment: 2,024
- College Alias: CWC, Central

Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Mission Statement
- The mission of Central Wyoming College is to enhance the quality of life through innovation and excellence in education.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available - CWC Library Profile
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Rural-Serving Medium
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Mixed Part/Full-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Small Two-Year
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.cwc.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: CWC Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 90%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 21% | 39% | 40% | 61% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $3,278 | $3,393 | $882 | $1,781 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 14.0% | 16.1% | 11.2% |
| Number in Default | 37 | 49 | 27 |
| Number in Repayment | 263 | 304 | 240 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $1,992 | $1,920 | $1,872 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $4,968 | $4,776 | $4,632 |
| Books and Supplies | $900 | $900 | $800 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $4,000 | $3,060 | $2,880 |
| Other Expenses | $2,500 | $2,500 | $1,950 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $5,400 | $5,400 | $4,500 |
| Other Expenses | $2,500 | $2,500 | $1,950 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $1,800 | $2,500 | $1,950 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-State | $9,392 | $8,380 | $7,502 |
| Out of State | $12,368 | $11,236 | $10,262 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-State | $10,792 | $10,720 | $9,122 |
| Out of State | $13,768 | $13,576 | $11,882 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-State | $4,692 | $4,620 | $4,622 |
| Out of State | $7,668 | $7,476 | $7,382 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 2,024 Undergraduate: 2,024
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 780 Female: 1,244
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 780 Female: 1,244
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 723 Part-Time: 1,301
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 723 Part-Time: 1,301
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 14 | 0.7% |
| American Indian | 267 | 13% |
| Black | 11 | 0.5% |
| Asian | 18 | 0.9% |
| Hispanic | 88 | 4% |
| White | 1,543 | 76% |
| Unknown | 83 | 4% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 413 | 20% |
| Ages 18-19 | 426 | 21% |
| Ages 20-21 | 236 | 12% |
| Ages 22-24 | 189 | 9% |
| Ages 25-29 | 185 | 9% |
| Ages 30-34 | 134 | 7% |
| Ages 35-39 | 105 | 5% |
| Ages 40-49 | 182 | 9% |
| Ages 50-65 | 131 | 6% |
| Age Over 65 | 22 | 1% |
| Age Uknown | 1 | 0.05% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 345 | 207 | 138 |
| Faculty Status | 47 | 45 | 2 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 132 | 45 | 87 |
| Primarily Instruction | 132 | 45 | 87 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 21 | 21 | - |
| Other Professionals | 93 | 60 | 33 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 99 | 81 | 18 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 58 | 47 | 11 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 34 | 27 | 7 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $55,718 (45) | $57,167 (20) | $54,558 (25) |
| Professor | $60,777 (18) | $62,208 (8) | $59,632 (10) |
| Associate Professor | $56,914 (3) | $53,219 (1) | $58,762 (2) |
| Assistant Professor | $54,516 (12) | $57,401 (6) | $51,630 (6) |
| Instructor | $49,032 (12) | $49,610 (5) | $48,618 (7) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $55,718 (45) | $57,167 (20) | $54,558 (25) |
| Professor | $60,777 (18) | $62,208 (8) | $59,632 (10) |
| Associate Professor | $56,914 (3) | $53,219 (1) | $58,762 (2) |
| Assistant Professor | $54,516 (12) | $57,401 (6) | $51,630 (6) |
| Instructor | $49,032 (12) | $49,610 (5) | $48,618 (7) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (Njcaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $63,471 | $23,000 | $40,471 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 36% | 64% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 40 | 13 | 27 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 40 | 13 | 27 |
| Volleyball | 10 | - | 10 |
| Rodeo | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $10,625 | $12,813 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $7,349 | $7,349 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Volleyball | 1 | - | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Rodeo | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 56%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 38%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 30% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 29% |
| Female | 30% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 100% |
| American Indian | 18% |
| Hispanic | 33% |
| White | 33% |
| Unknown | - |
Crime Statistics
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Liquor Related | 3 | 4 |
| Residence Hall | ||
| Liquor Related | 2 | 3 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | 4 | 1 |
| Vehicle Theft | 1 | 1 |
| Residence Hall | ||
| Burglary | 1 | - |
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