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.
During the most recent reporting year, 170 nursing degrees were awarded at University of Wyoming.
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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.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Nursing graduates at University of Wyoming, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Nursing graduates at University of Wyoming are 86% women (146) and 14% men (24).
Nursing Bachelor’s Program at University of Wyoming
Of the 147 bachelor’s nursing graduates at University of Wyoming, 86% were women (127) and 14% were men (20).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Wyoming.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 112 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 16 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 11 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 21% of Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Wyoming, below the national average of 43%.*
Nursing Master’s Program at University of Wyoming
Of the 7 master’s nursing degrees awarded at University of Wyoming, 86% were women (6) and 14% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing master’s degree recipients at University of Wyoming.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 14% of Nursing master’s degree recipients at University of Wyoming, below the national average of 40%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
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
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