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Admissions Office
150 Knight Hall
Department 3435
1000 E. University Avenue
Laramie, WY 82071-2000
www.uwyo.edu/admissions
307-766-5160
800-342-5996
UW welcomes the world to apply and will consider each student appication based on their individual academic achievement. Admission and programs of the University of Wyoming are offered to all eligible people without regard to race, gender, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, creed, ancestry, political belief, or any other applicable protected category. The Director of Admissions, through the Provost, is responsible for the admission of students. Admission of graduate students must also be recommended by the department of an applicable graduate program.
Applicants seeking admission to undergraduate programs at the University of Wyoming are evaluated based on their academic qualifications, including high school graduation or an equivalent credential, as well as transfer eligibility from an accredited institution. Students are expected to demonstrate academic preparedness for success, with consideration given to factors such as overall academic performance, standardized test scores, and educational background.
The university also employs a holistic review process, taking into account additional elements such as extracurricular involvement, leadership experience, special talents, awards, conduct history, and professional or work experience.
Students are admitted into a specific college within the university, and admission requirements may be adjusted to manage enrollment in high-demand fields. Individual colleges may set additional requirements for continuation in certain degree programs beyond the general university minimum standards. If applicants do not meet the qualifications for their preferred major, the university reserves the right to assign an alternative academic pathway to support their success. For detailed admission criteria for specific colleges, please refer to the college or school.
All applicants for admission under twenty-one (21) years of age or transfer students who have fewer than twelve (12) transferable semester credit hours after high school, must provide an official copy of their ACT or SAT test results. Test results must be sent to the Admissions Office.
Common Definitions:
Diploma: A formal document certifying the successful completion of a prescribed program of studies.
First Time Student: A student who has no prior postsecondary experience attending any institution for the first time at the undergraduate level. There are two exceptions: (1) students who attended any institution for the first time the summer prior to entering the University of Wyoming in the fall term and (2) students who enter UW with advanced standing (college credits earned before graduation from high school).
High School Student: A student enrolled in secondary school or pursuing a high school diploma or recognized equivalent. Includes students who have not received but are pursuing a high school diploma or recognized equivalent and taking college coursework concurrently.
High School Success Curriculum: Coursework during high school that includes successful completion of the following:
- Four (4) years of English;
- Four (4) years of math (including algebra I, II, and geometry);
- Four (4) years of science (including at least one year of physical science);
- Three (3) years of social science;
- Four (4) years of additional coursework including at least two (2) years of related courses taken in sequence (including fine and performing arts, career-vocational education, or foreign language).
Nationally Standardized Tests: ACT Assessment (ACT) or SAT Assessment (SAT) test results. Test results must be sent to the Admissions Office. SAT Assessment scores will be based off the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing + Math sections.
Returning Student: A student who previously attended UW but has not been enrolled for three consecutive semesters, including a summer term.
Transfer Student: A student entering the University of Wyoming for the first time but known to have previously attended a postsecondary institution at the same level (e.g., undergraduate, graduate). The student may transfer with or without credit.
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