Registered Nursing at University of Wyoming
If you plan to study Registered 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, 154 registered nursing degrees were granted at University of Wyoming.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Wyoming
Online coursework is an option at University of Wyoming. Of 10,813 students, 2,268 (21%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,532 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Registered Nursing Rankings at University of Wyoming
Use these rankings to compare University of Wyoming’s Registered Nursing program to other colleges that offer this 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 | #472 of 1,861 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #754 of 1,843 |
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 | #472 of 1,861 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #754 of 1,843 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Registered Nursing graduates at University of Wyoming, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Registered Nursing graduates at University of Wyoming are 86% women (133) and 14% men (21).
Registered Nursing Bachelor’s Program at University of Wyoming
Among the 147 bachelor’s registered nursing degrees awarded at University of Wyoming, 86% were women (127) and 14% were men (20).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Registered 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 |
Minority students account for 21% of Registered Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Wyoming, lower than the national average of 43%.*
Registered Nursing Master’s Program at University of Wyoming
Of the 7 master’s registered 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 Registered 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 Registered Nursing master’s degree recipients at University of Wyoming, lower than the national average of 39%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Top-Paying Careers for Registered Nursing Graduates
Graduates of the Registered Nursing program at University of Wyoming work across a variety of fields. Below are the best-paid careers for Registered Nursing majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses | $143,854 |
| Registered Nurses | $105,741 |
| Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary | $69,718 |
| Critical Care Nurses | $65,103 |
| Acute Care Nurses | $56,247 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialists | $52,889 |
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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