Central Wyoming College

 

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Central Wyoming College
2660 Peck Avenue
Riverton, WY 82501
General information
(800) 735-8418

Type of institution: Public, 2-year
Federal Aid: Institution has a Program Participation Agreement with the US Department of Education for eligible students to receive Pell Grants and other federal aid.
Degrees offered: Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificates, Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificates, Associate degrees
Carnegie classification: Associate's--Public Rural-serving Medium
Number of students: 2,160 (2008) 2,160 (undergraduate)
2008-2007 Undergraduate application fee:----

Mission
The mission of Central Wyoming College is to enhance the quality of life through innovation and excellence in education.
 
Extimated academic year prices for full-time, first-time undergraduate students
Tuition and Fees 2006-2007 2007-2008 2008-2009 2009-2010
In-State $ 1,920 $ 1,992 $ 2,064 $ 2,136
Out of State $ 4,776 $ 4,968 $ 5,184 $ 5,400
Books and Supplies $ 900 $ 900 $ 1,000 $ 1,000
On-Campus
Room and board $ 3,060 $ 4,000 $ 4,322 $ 4,745
Other Expenses $ 2,500 $ 2,500 $ 2,500 $ 2,500
Off Campus
Room and board $ 5,400 $ 5,400 $ 5,650 $ 5,650
Other Expenses $ 2,500 $ 2,500 $ 2,500 $ 2,500
Off Campus w/ family
Other Expenses $ 1,800 $ 1,800 $ 2,000 $ 2,000

Financial aid 2007-2008

Financial aid to full-time, first-time undergraduate students

Type of AidPercentage of students receiving aidAverage amount of aid they received
Federal Grants (scholarship/fellowship) 37% $ 3,598
State/Local grants (scholarship/fellowship) 43% $ 1,944
Institutional grants (scholarship/fellowship) 58% $ 1,782
Loans to students 23% $ 3,436
 
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Degrees offered by Central Wyoming College

 
Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Accounting

The Associate of Science in Accounting is designed as the first step in preparing the student for a Bachelor's or Master's degree in accounting. The accounting profession covers a fairly broad range of jobs. The accountant may design and manage the entire accounting system for an organization. The accountant...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Accounting - Bookkeeping

The accounting program provides both practical and theoretical preparation for clerical positions.

General Education Requirements
Writing Level I (WRI)
MATH/APPM
UNST
Program Requirements
ACCT 1010 - Accounting I OR
ACCT 1050 - Practical Accounting I
ACCT 1065 - Computerized Accounting:...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Accounting - Career

Preparation is directed toward careers in business and industrial accounting departments as accounting clerks and junior accountants. Some of the courses offered in this program may not be transferable to a four-year college.

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Administrative Assistant

The Administrative Assistant program prepares students for immediate employment as key support personnel in an office environment. This program prepares students for positions that require technical office skills and that may involve supervising office operations, interacting with customers or clients,...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Agri-Business

The Agri-Business program is designed for the student who wants a solid base in agri-business and plans to transfer to a four-year institution. Upon completion of the program at CWC, students may choose areas of specialization at four-year institutions in agri-business, farm and ranch management, or...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Art

Central Wyoming College's Art program is designed to let the student develop a creative attitude toward presenting and interpreting art forms. Fundamentals are provided through the investigation of various concepts, projects, materials, and techniques in both the traditional and the contemporary. Course...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Auto Parts Specialist
Auto Parts Management

The Parts Specialist group of programs provides the student with a unique opportunity to acquire a working knowledge of the replacement parts industry. The curriculum is designed to incorporate various business procedures and sales techniques related to the replacement parts industry.

This program develops...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Automotive Technology

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Automotive Technology is designed for students who have minimal experience and knowledge of automotive technology.

Automotive Technology is a field of study in which students are taught diagnostic techniques, service, and repair of automobiles and pickup trucks....

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Automotive Technology
Parts Specialist

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Automotive Technology is designed for students who have minimal experience and knowledge of automotive technology.

The Parts Specialist option provides the students with a unique opportunity to acquire a working knowledge of the replacement parts industry....

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Automotive Technology
Power Sports

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Automotive Technology is designed for students who have minimal experience and knowledge of automotive technology.

The Power Sports option provides the students with entry level knowledge of the motorcycle, ATV, and snowmobile repair business. Proper repair...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Biological Sciences

The program in Biological Science allows the student the flexibility to either concentrate on an area of specialization or to gain a broad exposure to topics in life science. This degree is designed for transfer to the University of Wyoming, although a student may tailor a program for transfer to another...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Business Administration

Businesses need individuals who understand the fundamentals of business practice and who can compete effectively in an increasingly sophisticated, complex world. The goal of the Associate of Science in Business Administration degree program is to provide the first step in preparing students for a Bachelor's...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Business Management

In demand today are supervisors, managers, and employees who are competent in their field of expertise and who contribute to, as well as lead, the activity of the team.Employers look for leaders with the skills to resolve conflicts and manage diversity,encourage open communication, increase productivity,...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Computer Networking Technologies
Graphic Design

The Graphic Design Option is targeted to those individuals who have a desire to obtain proficiency in graphic design as it relates to both the Web and print media. Participants will use cutting edge Web page and graphic design tools and theory to create digital media and graphic layouts for both Web...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Computer Networking Technologies
Web Site Designer

The Web Site Designer Option is targeted to those individuals who have a desire to obtain proficiency in creating professional Web sites with an emphasis on graphics, layout, and interactivity. Participants will use cutting edge Web page and graphic design tools to create Web sites that are both functional...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Computer Science

The Associate of Science degree program in Computer Science is for the student who wishes to pursue an interest in computer software design. Students in computer science study methods of formulating and solving problems with the aid of high-speed computers. In addition to numerical calculations, the...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Computer Technology
Cisco Networking-CCNA

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Computer Technology is designed for students who have minimal experience and knowledge of PC computer technology.

he Cisco-CCNA (Cisco Certified Networking Associate) option qualifies an individual to plan, implement, and support networking configurations...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Computer Technology
Systems Administration-MCSA/CompTIA-LINUX+

The Systems Administration Track is designed to provide students with a broad knowledge of computer networking hardware and software. Students who complete this track have the opportunity to earn the Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MSCA) certification, and the Linux+ certification sponsored...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Construction Technology

Associate of Applied Science Degree The Construction Technology AAS program provides the student with a broad base of general education that develops the student‘s communication, writing, and computation skills.

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Criminal Justice (A.A)

The Associate of Arts Program fulfills the initial two-year curriculum for many four-year Criminal Justice programs. Individuals desiring a career in corrections work may benefit from this curriculum by selecting certain recommended courses in corrections. Those students who plan a career in corrections...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Criminal Justice (A.A.S.)

The Associate of Applied Science Program in criminal justice is designed to meet the needs of pre-service and in-service criminal justice personnel as a terminal degree. Individuals desiring a career in corrections work may benefit from this curriculum by selecting certain recommended courses in corrections....

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Culinary Arts

The Associate of Applied Science degree in culinary Arts is designed to prepare students for entry to mid-level food services management positions in the restaurant, hotel and hospitality industry

The two-year program is designed to prepare students to develop basic and advanced culinary arts skills...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Early Childhood (A.A.)

Two degree programs AA in Early Childhood Education is designed to qualify students to teach in and/or manage childcare centers, pre-schools, child development centers and other areas dealing with the care of young children ages birth to eight years. They include courses that would enable a student to...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Early Childhood (A.A.S.)

The degree program AAS in Early Childhood is designed to qualify students to teach in and/or manage childcare centers, pre-schools, child development centers and other areas dealing with the care of young children ages birth to eight years. This include courses that would enable a student to continue...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Earth and Environmental Science

The program in Earth and Environmental Science provides the student with a broad foundation of Earth Science while allowing the flexibility to concentrate on a specific aspect of Environmental Science such as chemical or biological. This degree is designed for transfer to the University of Wyoming or...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Education

The college transfer programs in education are designed for prospective teachers in elementary or secondary education. These broad areas encompass many separate fields of concentration, such as: special education, remedial education, primary and intermediate levels in the elementary schools, and the...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
English

For students who have a special interest in writing and literature and for those who seek a degree with an area of emphasis in English, the course offerings include composition, creative writing, English and American literature, Shakespeare, and modern drama.

For freshmen with superior writing skills,...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Environmental Science & Leadership

The Environmental Science and Leadership degree program is provided through a partnership with the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS). This unique program combines the wilderness experience courses offered through NOLS, with a rigorous science curriculum offered through CWC. The wilderness experience...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Fire Science

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Fire Science is designed to prepare the student with advanced knowledge and skills necessary for fire service employment or career advancement within paid or volunteer firefighter services. The general education requirements are designed to encourage students...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
General Studies

This is a college transfer program for students who wish to combine coursework in several areas of interest.

Students may include a variety of courses or may concentrate on an area or areas of interest. Specific classes are then selected by students in consultation with their faculty advisor.

Students...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Graphic Design

An AAS in Graphic Design is designed to train the student who is interested in employment opportunities in the field of graphic design with career options that include freelance designer, freelance illustrator, logo-identity work, designer-illustrator, product designer and advertising-marketing work....

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Homeland Security

The Associate of Science degree in Homeland Security is designed to provide the student with a comprehensive review of the Department of Homeland Security, its agencies, laws, authorities and actions. Students completing this Associate of Science degree may either transfer to a four-year institution...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Horse Management

Writing Level I (WR1)
U.S & Wyoming Constitution (POLS 1000)
ART/DIV/HUM/IT/SOC/WR2 (Must come from two categories)
ORAL (In program)
MATH/APPM/LSCI
PEAC/UNST/WELL

Program Requirements
BADM 1000 Introduction to Business
EQST 1035 Horse Science
EQST 1040 Equine Nutrition
EQST 1050...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Horse Science

This Horse Science transfer program is intended for those who wish to pursue equine studies at a four-year institution. Areas covered include scientific approaches to horse production, horsemanship, training, exhibition, and care. Students boarding a horse at the CWC Equine Facility are required to take...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Hotel and Restaurant Management

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management is designed to prepare students for mid-management positions in the hotel/restaurant industry, with emphasis on both lodging and restaurant. Graduates are prepared for employment as assistant managers, front office managers, restaurant...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Human Services

The Human Services program is designed to prepare students for employment opportunities in day care centers, mental health centers, school systems, long-term and acute-care facilities, chemical dependency centers, and the centers for the developmentally disabled.

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Human Services
Addiction

The Associate of Applied Science addictions option is designed for those individuals wishing to work in the addictions field. The option is designed to prepare people to obtain their Certified Addictions Practitioner Assistant Certification (CAPA) from the State of Wyoming. People completing this option,...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
International Studies

Central's new International Studies program utilizes an interdisciplinary approach to provide students with a broad introduction to global issues. Incorporating such disciplines as Anthropology, Political Science, History, Foreign Language, and Homeland Security, students are afforded the flexibility...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Mathematics

The program in Mathematics allows the student to focus on a specific area of mathematics or to garner a broad background in a variety of mathematical concepts. This program is suited for those planning to pursue a four-year degree in Mathematics, Secondary Mathematics Education or other related program....

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Medical Transcription

The Medical Transcription AAS degree is designed to prepare graduates to work as medical transcriptionists for hospitals, physician‘s clinics, and other health care organizations. This highly specialized field requires use of computer technology and transcription equipment to listen to recordings by...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Music

The Central Wyoming College Music Department invites you to join in a dynamic quality program, consisting of a two-year curriculum that leads to an Associate of Arts degree.

The department offers you a major in music to prepare you to enter specialized programs at four-year institutions. It also serves...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Native American Studies

Native American Studies Courses in Native American Studies are open to all students, as partial fulfillment of general education requirements, as elective courses or as a program of study leading to the Associate of Arts Degree.

The Native American Studies program strives for an academically sound evaluation...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Nursing

The Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) Program at Central Wyoming College is designed to prepare graduates for careers as entry level registered nurses in a variety of health care settings. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate receives an associate of applied science degree with a major...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Outdoor Education and Leadership

This program offers students an opportunity for learning, training and assessment in the field of outdoor education and recreation. There are also options for study with programs developed in partnership with the National Outdoor Leadership School.

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Outdoor Education and Recreation

This Outdoor Education and Recreation program offers students an opportunity for learning, training and assessment in the field of outdoor education and recreation. Theoretical and experiential opportunities are provided to set the foundation for the practical application of knowledge and skill development...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Outdoor Recreation

This Outdoor Recreation program offers students a business/entrepreneurial perspective of the recreation service industry that includes learning, training, and assessment of leadership and outdoor skills along with an understanding of human behavior and development.

Upon completion of this program,...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Physical Science

The Physical Science program in Physical Science allows the student the flexibility to gain a broad exposure to topics in physical science. This degree is designed for transfer to the University of Wyoming or other four-year institutions granting degrees in specific areas of physical science such as...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Pre-Engineering

The Pre-Engineering program allows the student interested in pursuing any of the fields of engineering, civil, mechanical, electrical, environmental, chemical or geotechnical, to gain the basic skills of engineering while allowing some degree of specialization. This degree is designed for transfer to...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Pre-Health Professional

Students seeking to pursue a professional degree in health science, such as medicine, chiropractic, physical therapy, veterinary medicine, dentistry, optometry or pharmacy, will find that the program for the Pre-Health Professional will fulfill the necessary requirements to transfer to the University...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Pre-Legal

This Pre-Legal program is designed to provide a background useful in the study and practice of law. College study prepares the student for law school by developing English comprehension and usage; understanding of political economics and social and cultural institutions; and the ability to think logically...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Psychology

The purpose of this Psychology transfer curriculum is to enable students to gain an understanding of human behavior and of individual relationships. A wide variety of opportunities is available in business and industry, social work or education, although some of these require graduate study in the field....

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Radio/Television Broadcasting

The Associate of Applied Science degree in radio/television broadcasting is designed to prepare students for entry level positions in the broadcast industry. The general education requirements are designed to encourage students to develop critical and creative thinking, communication, and technical skills...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Social Science

The social science core curriculum is designed as a two-year transfer program for individuals interested in pursuing four-year degrees in anthropology, history, political science and sociology. Pre-law students are also well advised to consider this program since it offers a diversity of coursework in...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Software Support Specialist

The Software Specialist option is designed for students who wish to prepare for positions as Help Desk Technician, Technical Support Specialist, and Customer Service Representative. Computer Support Specialists provide technical assistance and support for customers and users. Graduates will develop technical...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Theater

The Associate of Arts Degree in Theater program offers students opportunities to explore various aspects of acting and technical theater within the context of a liberal education. The department stresses that it is not a professional training school; it does, however, provide experiences in many areas...

Central Wyoming College
Associate degree
Welding

The welding program is designed to provide students with entry-level skills and knowledge needed in today's welding industry. To be successful in the welding industry, a person must be able to adapt to work styles that require dependability, attention to detail, safety-consciousness, self-control, adaptability...

Central Wyoming College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
American Indian Studies

The American Indian Studies Credential recognizes successful completion of classroom and field coursework exploring the history and significance of the American Indian Nations within the large context of American and western U.S. history. The courses in this program explore the regional tribal nations...

Central Wyoming College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Automotive Technology

The certificate program in Automotive Technology is designed for students who have had no previous coursework or work experience in the automotive field.

Automotive Technology is a field of study in which students are taught diagnostic techniques, service, and repair of automobiles and pick-ups. Classroom...

Central Wyoming College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Automotive Technology
Parts Specialist

The certificate program in Automotive Technology is designed for students who have had no previous coursework or work experience in the automotive field.

The Parts Specialist option provides the students with a unique opportunity to acquire a working knowledge of the replacement parts industry. The...

Central Wyoming College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Automotive Technology
Power Sports

The certificate program in Automotive Technology is designed for students who have had no previous coursework or work experience in the automotive field.

The Power Sports option provides the students with entry level knowledge of the motorcycle, ATV, and snowmobile repair business. Proper repair procedures,...

Central Wyoming College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Business Technology
Office Support

This one-year Certificate program in Business Technology-Office Support is intended to prepare students for entry-level positions in offices after graduation. The classes prepare students to perform basic office functions. Students will be introduced to fundamental computer concepts and applications...

Central Wyoming College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Construction Technology

The Construction Technology Certificate program provides construction technology courses provide the student with a unique opportunity to develop skills required for employment as a carpenter.

Central Wyoming College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Fire Science

The credential in Fire Science is designed to prepare the student with the knowledge and skills necessary for entry-level fire service employment or career advancement within paid or volunteer firefighter services. After coursework is completed in this credential, the student will be qualified to obtain...

Central Wyoming College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Hotel Management

This two semester certificate program prepares students to learn lodging management within the hospitality industry with emphases on orientation and advanced instruction in front of the house service and front office operations. It also includes basic food and beverage management as this is a central...

Central Wyoming College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Restaurant Management

This two semester certificate program prepares students to learn restaurant management within the hospitality industry with emphases on orientation and advanced instruction in front and back of the house food service and restaurant operations. It also includes basic front of the house lodging management...

Central Wyoming College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Welding

The welding program is designed to provide students with entry-level skills and knowledge needed in today's welding industry. To be successful in the welding industry, a person must be able to adapt to work styles that require dependability, attention to detail, safety-consciousness, self-control, adaptability...

Central Wyoming College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Auto Parts Specialist
Counter Parts Sales

The Parts Specialist group of programs provides the student with a unique opportunity to acquire a working knowledge of the replacement parts industry. The curriculum is designed to incorporate various business procedures and sales techniques related to the replacement parts industry. In addition the...

Central Wyoming College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Computer Technology
Cisco Networking-CCNA

The certificate program in Computer Technology is designed for students who have had previous coursework or work experience with PC computer technology.

The Cisco-CCNA (Cisco Certified Networking Associate) option qualifies an individual to plan, implement, and support networking configuration in a...

Central Wyoming College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Computer Technology
Systems Administration-Microsoft-MCSA/CompTIA-LINUX+

The certificate program in Computer Technology is designed for students who have had previous coursework or work experience with PC computer technology.

The Systems Administration Track is designed to provide students with a broad knowledge of computer networking hardware and software. Students who...

Central Wyoming College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Culinary Arts

The Culinary Arts Certificate program is designed to prepare students in the basic classical areas of culinary art preparation and food and beverage management. The general education requirements are designed to encourage students to develop computation and communication skills. To be a successful employee...

Central Wyoming College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Dental Assistant

This Dental Assistant certificate program is designed to prepare a student for an entry-level professional position as a skilled dental assistant. The general education requirements are designed to encourage students to develop computation and communication skills. Additional courses are designed to...

Central Wyoming College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Horse Management

General Education Requirements Credits
ENGL 1010 English Composition I (WR1)
MATH/APPM

Area of Program Requirements
BADM 1000 Introduction to Business
EQST 1035 Horse Science
EQST 1040 Equine Nutrition
EQST 1050 Horsemanship I
EQST 1070 Horsemanship II
EQST 1270 English...

Central Wyoming College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Medical Transcriptionist

The Medical Transcriptionist certificate is designed to prepare individuals who already have a strong background in office technology to acquire specialized skills as medical transcriptionists for hospitals, physician's clinics, and other health care organizations. This program will emphasize medical...

 

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