University of Wyoming
Laramie, Wyoming · Public
University of Wyoming admitted 97% of 6,167 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1040–1280 in the middle half. Test scores aren’t considered (test blind). 60% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at University of Wyoming
Enter a score to see whether University of Wyoming is a reach, target or likely school for you.
It doesn’t look at test scores, so this uses the admit rate (97%) alone.
A rough read from the admit rate and test scores only. Grades, courses, essays and activities matter as much or more. To see your whole list at once, use the chances calculator.
Application deadlines
University of Wyoming’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application fee is $40, and University of Wyoming accepts the Common App fee waiver for U.S. applicants only.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check University of Wyoming’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
University of Wyoming doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How University of Wyoming rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
Important
- –
Considered
- Essay
Not considered
- Class rank
- Test scores
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.53 GPA. 21% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $25,868 in-state and $41,648 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $13,299 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is University of Wyoming’s acceptance rate?
University of Wyoming admitted 97% of applicants: 5,979 of 6,167 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is University of Wyoming’s application deadline?
University of Wyoming uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.
What SAT score do you need for University of Wyoming?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1040 to 1280, with a median around 1170. A score at or above 1170 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is University of Wyoming’s application fee?
The application fee is $40 for 2026–27, and University of Wyoming accepts the Common App fee waiver for U.S. applicants only.
Does University of Wyoming have supplemental essays?
Yes. For 2026–27, University of Wyoming asks 1 question of its own on top of the main essay (one or two sentences on why you are applying). Its supplemental essays page lists each one word for word with the word limit.
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