Online Cost of attendance

Fall 2024 - Spring 2025

The below Cost of Attendance (COA) estimates are based upon full-time enrollment each semester (fall and spring). Select between between degree programs to view the specific COA. Each grid has column and row links to the appropriate COA components found at the bottom of the page.


UNDERGRADUATE

Standard

Cost Per
Credit Hour
Wyoming Resident
$258
Non-Resident
$418
Children of Alumni
$358

GRADUATE

Standard

Cost Per
Credit Hour
Wyoming Resident
$385
Non-Resident
$585
Children of Alumni
$553

 

Note: Undergraduate cost per credit hour includes tuition and $59 of mandatory fees. Graduate cost per credit hour includes tuition and $49 of mandatory fees.

 

 

UNDERGRADUATE

Please note that these costs are estimated.

Standard

Tuition
Fees
Housing
& Food
Books
& Supplies
Other
Expenses
Total
Wyoming Resident
Off-Campus $5,970 $1,770 $10,300 $1,100 $3,500 $22,640
At Home $5,970 $1,770 $5,100 $1,100 $3,500 $17,440
Non-Resident
Off-Campus $10,770 $1,770 $10,300 $1,100 $3,900 $27,840
At Home $10,770 $1,770 $5,100 $1,100 $3,900 $22,640
Children of Alumni
Off-Campus $8,956 $1,770 $10,300 $1,100 $3,900 $26,026
At Home $8,956 $1,770 $5,100 $1,100 $3,900 $20,826

 

Bachelors of Science
in Nursing (BSN) Completion

Tuition
Fees
Housing
& Food
Books
& Supplies
Other
Expenses
Total
Wyoming Resident
Off-Campus $5,970 $1,770 $10,300 $1,100 $3,500 $22,640
At Home $5,970 $1,770 $5,100 $1,100 $3,500 $17,440
Non-Resident
Off-Campus $10,770 $1,770 $10,300 $1,100 $3,900 $27,840
At Home $10,770 $1,770 $5,100 $1,100 $3,900 $22,640
Children of Alumni
Off-Campus $8,956 $1,770 $10,300 $1,100 $3,900 $26,026
At Home $8,956 $1,770 $5,100 $1,100 $3,900 $20,826

Bachelors Reach for
Accelerated Nursing Degree (BRAND)

Tuition
Fees
Housing
& Food
Books
& Supplies
Other
Expenses
Total
Wyoming Resident
Off-Campus $21,012 $2,006 $10,300 $1,100 $3,500 $37,918
At Home $21,012 $2,006 $5,100 $1,100 $3,500 $32,718
Non-Resident
Off-Campus $21,012 $2,006 $10,300 $1,100 $3,900 $38,318
At Home $21,012 $2,006 $5,100 $1,100 $3,900 $33,118
Children of Alumni
Off-Campus $21,012 $2,006 $10,300 $1,100 $3,900 $38,318
At Home $21,012 $2,006 $5,100 $1,100 $3,900 $33,118

 

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GRADUATE

Please note that these costs are estimated.

Standard

Tuition
Fees
Housing
& Food
Books
& Supplies
Other
Expenses
Total
Wyoming Resident
Off-Campus $6,048 $882 $10,300 $1,100 $3,500 $21,830
At Home $6,048 $882 $5,100 $1,100 $3,500 $16,630
Non-Resident
Off-Campus $9,648 $882 $10,300 $1,100 $3,900 $25,830
At Home $9,648 $882 $5,100 $1,100 $3,900 $20,630
Children of Alumni
Off-Campus $9,072 $882 $10,300 $1,100 $3,900 $25,254
At Home $9,072 $882 $5,100 $1,100 $3,900 $20,054

NON-BLOCK TUITION PROGRAMS

Please note that these costs are estimated.

Master of Business Administration

Tuition
Fees
Housing
& Food
Books
& Supplies
Other
Expenses
Total
Wyoming Resident
Off-Campus $10,200 $588 $10,300 $1,100 $3,500 $25,688
At Home $10,200 $588 $5,100 $1,100 $3,500 $20,488
Non-Resident
Off-Campus $10,200 $588 $10,300 $1,100 $3,900 $26,088
At Home $10,200 $588 $5,100 $1,100 $3,900 $20,888
Children of Alumni
Off-Campus $10,200 $588 $10,300 $1,100 $3,900 $26,088
At Home $10,200 $588 $5,100 $1,100 $3,900 $20,888

College of Business (Non-MBA)

Tuition
Fees
Housing
& Food
Books
& Supplies
Other
Expenses
Total
Wyoming Resident
Off-Campus $6,048 $882 $10,300 $1,100 $3,500 $21,830
At Home $6,048 $882 $5,100 $1,100 $3,500 $16,630
Non-Resident
Off-Campus $10,296 $882 $10,300 $1,100 $3,900 $26,478
At Home $10,296 $882 $5,100 $1,100 $3,900 $21,278
Children of Alumni
Off-Campus $9,072 $882 $10,300 $1,100 $3,900 $25,254
At Home $9,072 $882 $5,100 $1,100 $3,900 $20,054

 

College of Education Programs

Tuition
Fees
Housing
& Food
Books
& Supplies
Other
Expenses
Total
Wyoming Resident
Off-Campus $6,552 $882 $10,300 $1,100 $3,500 $22,334
At Home $6,552 $882 $5,100 $1,100 $3,500 $17,134
Non-Resident
Off-Campus $10,440 $882 $10,300 $1,100 $3,900 $26,622
At Home $10,440 $882 $5,100 $1,100 $3,900 $21,422
Children of Alumni
Off-Campus $9,828 $882 $10,300 $1,100 $3,900 $26,010
At Home $9,828 $882 $5,100 $1,100 $3,900 $20,810

Master of Health Services Administration

Tuition
Fees
Housing
& Food
Books
& Supplies
Other
Expenses
Total
Wyoming Resident
Off-Campus $9,684 $588 $10,300 $1,100 $3,500 $25,172
At Home $9,684 $588 $5,100 $1,100 $3,500 $19,972
Non-Resident
Off-Campus $12,264 $588 $10,300 $1,100 $3,900 $28,152
At Home $12,264 $588 $5,100 $1,100 $3,900 $22,952
Children of Alumni
Off-Campus $9,684 $588 $10,300 $1,100 $3,900 $25,572
At Home $9,684 $588 $5,100 $1,100 $3,900 $20,372

 

Doctor of Nursing Practice

Tuition
Fees
Housing
& Food
Books
& Supplies
Other
Expenses
Total
Wyoming Resident
Off-Campus $13,640 $1,078 $10,300 $1,100 $3,500 $29,618
At Home $13,640 $1,078 $5,100 $1,100 $3,500 $24,418
Non-Resident
Off-Campus $25,190 $1,078 $10,300 $1,100 $3,900 $41,568
At Home $25,190 $1,078 $5,100 $1,100 $3,900 $36,368
Children of Alumni
Off-Campus $20,460 $1,078 $10,300 $1,100 $3,900 $36,838
At Home $20,460 $1,078 $5,100 $1,100 $3,900 $31,638

 

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COA COMPONENTS

Residency

  • Wyoming Resident - an undergraduate student who will/has graduate(d) from a high school in the state of Wyoming will be considered a Wyoming resident student. A graduate student who has established residency for tuition purposes, as determined by the Office of the Registrar, will be considered a Wyoming resident student. The Master of Health Services Administration program uses the Wyoming Resident rate for Wyoming residents, UW Alumni, and affiliated organizations.

  • Non-Resident & International - a student who is not a resident of the state of Wyoming will be considered a non-resident or international student.

  • Alumni - a student who graduated with a degree from the University of Wyoming will qualify for the Alumni tuition benefit. A student (undergraduate or graduate) who is an out-of-state resident, with either parent having graduated with a degree from the University of Wyoming, will qualify for the Children of Alumni tuition benefit.

Tuition and Fees

  • Standard online undergraduate programs are based on a block tuition rate for students enrolled in 12-18 credit hours per semester. If enrolled in more or less than the block rate, tuition will adjust accordingly. The BRAND degree program charges all students, regardless of residency status, the same non-block tuition rate.

  • Online graduate programs are based on a non-block tuition rate, dependent upon residency status, and enrollment requirements that are determined by the length of program. 

  • Mandatory fees include distance delivery, student services, and advising. They are applied dependent on enrollment status. Some programs may incur additional fees, which are included on the appropriate COA grid. Distance delivery fees are $14 per credit hour, student services fees are $35 per credit hour, and advising fees are $10 per credit hour  (undergraduate only).

  • See our Tuition and Fees page for more information.

Living Expenses

  • A housing allowance for for students who live off-campus students is based on an average of student survey and publicly reported county housing data for one bedroom living arrangements, including utility expenses.

  • A housing allowance for students who live at home with parents is based on a percentage of the off-campus costs.

  • A food allowance that provides the average of student survey data and publicly reported county grocery data for for students who live off-campus or at home.

Books, Course Materials, Supplies, and Equipment

  • An estimate based on student survey data and national data.

Other Expenses

  • Transportation - an estimate based on an average of transportation expenses by our peer institutions.

  • Miscellaneous Personal Expenses - an estimated based on student survey data and may include laundry and dry cleaning, personal hygiene items, personal grooming, necessary clothing, shoes, and entertainment.

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COA Adjustments

If an individual student’s expenses are not accurately reflected in the COA, the student may appeal for an adjustment for one or more of the following reasons:

  • Child care expenses incurred while the student and/or spouse are at school or work.

  • Cost of a personal laptop or computer for educational purposes.

  • Unusual medical/dental expenses, not covered by insurance and not itemized on tax returns.

  • Approved University of Wyoming study abroad programs.

  • Costs related to a disability.

  • Additional required program fees and expenses.

 


Net Price Calculator

Net price calculator iconIf you are considering applying to UW, the net price calculator can help you with an early estimate of your scholarship and financial aid eligibility in relation to your college expenses as an undergraduate. This will help you understand what your net price might be.

Note: The estimate provided using the net price calculator does not represent a final determination or actual offer of financial assistance. Actual expenses and eligibility for funding are based on your individual application and federal, state, or institutional requirements.


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