Areas of Excellence

Where UW stands out in Wyoming and Beyond

As Wyoming’s only four-year public university, the University of Wyoming offers stand out opportunities in education, research, innovation and student experience. From groundbreaking research and hands-on learning to the arts, athletics and community engagement, UW offers the best of a major university while maintaining the close-knit feel of a small town. Explore the areas where UW shines and see what makes this college in Wyoming unlike any other.

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So Many Reasons to Be a Cowboy

Partner with Experts at an R1 Research Institution
Explore 400+ Study Abroad Spots in 86 Countries
Join 250+ Student Organizations on Campus
Support or join UW's NCAA D1 Sports Teams
Live in America's #1 Small College Town
Enjoy Western Thunder and 15+ other Ensembles
Discover the West's Most Affordable Mountain Town
See Why Laramie is Ranked Among Best College Cities
Participate in Undergraduate Research
Utilize UW's top-of-the-line Facilities
Engage with faculty in a 13:1 Ratio and Small Classes
Pursue Your Passion With UW's Degree Options

Where Real MVPs Are Made

From the classroom to the field, UW students embody determination, talent and grit. Whether breaking new ground in research, competing at the highest levels, or making an impact in communities, our Cowboys and Cowgirls define excellence. Join a legacy of leaders, innovators and champions shaping the future.

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The University of Wyoming has earned its Research Level 1 (R1) status from the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, placing Wyoming's only four-year university with the top research universities in the United States.