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Western Wyoming Community College (WWCC)
- 2500 College Dr
- Rock Springs, WY 82902
- OPEID College Code: 00393300
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- General Phone: (307) 382-1600
- President: Tex Boggs
- Website: www.wwcc.wy.edu
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's Degree
- Local Area: Remote Town
- Student Enrollment: 3,322
- College Alias: WWCC, Western
Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available - WWCC 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.wwcc.wy.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: WWCC Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 84%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 42% | 35% | 59% | 73% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $1,084 | $1,502 | $600 | $713 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 8.9% | 10.9% | 9.8% |
| Number in Default | 33 | 36 | 25 |
| Number in Repayment | 367 | 329 | 254 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $1,828 | $1,720 | $1,658 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $4,804 | $4,576 | $4,418 |
| Books and Supplies | $800 | $800 | $800 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $3,610 | $3,454 | $3,393 |
| Other Expenses | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $8,500 | $8,500 | $7,000 |
| Other Expenses | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $2,000 | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-State | $7,238 | $6,974 | $6,851 |
| Out of State | $10,214 | $9,830 | $9,611 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-State | $12,128 | $12,020 | $10,458 |
| Out of State | $15,104 | $14,876 | $13,218 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-State | $4,628 | $4,520 | $4,458 |
| Out of State | $7,604 | $7,376 | $7,218 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 3,322 Undergraduate: 3,322
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 1,680 Female: 1,642
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 1,680 Female: 1,642
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 994 Part-Time: 2,328
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 994 Part-Time: 2,328
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 85 | 3% |
| American Indian | 38 | 1% |
| Black | 25 | 0.8% |
| Asian | 25 | 0.8% |
| Hispanic | 208 | 6% |
| White | 2,941 | 89% |
| Unknown | - | - |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 418 | 13% |
| Ages 18-19 | 638 | 19% |
| Ages 20-21 | 364 | 11% |
| Ages 22-24 | 297 | 9% |
| Ages 25-29 | 406 | 12% |
| Ages 30-34 | 285 | 9% |
| Ages 35-39 | 195 | 6% |
| Ages 40-49 | 368 | 11% |
| Ages 50-65 | 266 | 8% |
| Age Over 65 | 29 | 0.9% |
| Age Uknown | 56 | 2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 606 | 197 | 409 |
| Faculty Status | 207 | 70 | 137 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 252 | 72 | 180 |
| Primarily Instruction | 207 | 70 | 137 |
| Primarily Public Service | 45 | 2 | 43 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 30 | 27 | 3 |
| Other Professionals | 47 | 14 | 33 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 277 | 84 | 193 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 81 | 37 | 44 |
| Skilled Crafts | 3 | 3 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 81 | 29 | 52 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $55,913 (69) | $57,849 (31) | $54,333 (38) |
| Professor | $76,842 (6) | $79,126 (2) | $75,701 (4) |
| Associate Professor | $63,830 (16) | $65,089 (11) | $61,059 (5) |
| Assistant Professor | $52,758 (27) | $53,767 (10) | $52,165 (17) |
| Instructor | $47,560 (20) | $47,678 (8) | $47,481 (12) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $98,301 (1) | $98,301 (1) | - (-) |
| Professor | $98,301 (1) | $98,301 (1) | - (-) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $56,263 (70) | $58,555 (32) | $54,333 (38) |
| Professor | $77,355 (7) | $79,560 (3) | $75,701 (4) |
| Associate Professor | $63,830 (16) | $65,089 (11) | $61,059 (5) |
| Assistant Professor | $52,758 (27) | $53,767 (10) | $52,165 (17) |
| Instructor | $47,560 (20) | $47,678 (8) | $47,481 (12) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (Njcaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $237,932 | $133,050 | $104,882 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 56% | 44% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 99 | 53 | 46 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 99 | 53 | 46 |
| Basketball | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Soccer | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Volleyball | 13 | - | 13 |
| Wrestling | 18 | 18 | - |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $29,568 | $29,568 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $7,500 | $7,500 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Basketball | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Soccer | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Volleyball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Wrestling | 2 | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 76%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 21%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 48% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 39% |
| Female | 56% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 55% |
| American Indian | 50% |
| Black | - |
| Asian | - |
| Hispanic | 20% |
| White | 51% |
Crime Statistics
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | 2 | 6 |
| Liquor Related | 5 | 7 |
| Residence Hall | ||
| Drug Related | 1 | 5 |
| Liquor Related | 3 | 5 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 2 |
| Burglary | 3 | - |
| Vehicle Theft | 1 | 1 |
| Arson | 2 | 3 |
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 1 |
| Burglary | 2 | - |
| Vehicle Theft | 1 | - |
| Arson | 2 | - |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
