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Central Wyoming College
Riverton, Wyoming · Public college
Address: 2660 Peck Avenue, Riverton, WY 82501 · Phone: (800) 735-8418 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Central Wyoming College is a public trade school in Riverton, Wyoming, offering electrician, welding, and cosmetology programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Central Wyoming College graduates carry a median debt of $8,361 and earn median wages of $34,402 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; the campus completion rate itself is not reported.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Central Wyoming College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used, and about 18.8% of students receive Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $48,240 | $76,120 | $85,960 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $47,220 | $63,820 | $78,890 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $18,150 | $29,170 | $36,500 |
| Medical assistants | $31,200 | $40,920 | $46,900 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $34,200 | $51,330 | $64,500 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $48,460 | $73,170 | $83,700 |
| Skincare specialists | $39,490 | $62,400 | $62,990 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists (U.S.) | $28,920 | $35,760 | $41,650 |
| Construction laborers | $35,640 | $46,030 | $49,920 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Wyoming (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 34 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Central Wyoming College is a public trade and career campus in Riverton, Wyoming. The school participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students may use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help pay for their education. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with its nursing offerings accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Among its 15 program families, the campus awards the most credentials in electrician schools (34), welding schools (21), and cosmetology schools (7), alongside programs in medical assisting, auto mechanics, culinary arts, esthetics, nail technology, and construction trades.
Federal data shows 80 trade program completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 1,054. The state average completion rate is 58.8%, but this campus's own completion rate and how it compares to that state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $8,361, and median earnings ten years after entry are $34,402. About 18.8% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
Because the program mix spans short technical certificates (electrician, welding) alongside longer-format fields like cosmetology and nursing-adjacent health programs, this campus can suit both first-time students and adult career changers, though specific program lengths and schedules are not detailed here — contact the school directly. Riverton is classified as a remote town locale, which may matter for commuting or relocation decisions. To verify accreditation and outcomes yourself, check the Higher Learning Commission and ACEN directly, or review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for Central Wyoming College.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Central Wyoming College offers 15 program families including electrician schools, welding schools, cosmetology schools, medical assistant programs, auto mechanic schools, culinary schools, esthetician schools, nail tech schools, and construction trades programs. The top programs by completions are electrician (34), welding (21), and cosmetology (7).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Central Wyoming College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with its nursing programs specifically accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal student aid, so FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans can be used. About 18.8% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. The Wyoming state average completion rate is 58.8%, but this figure is not tied to this specific campus in the data provided.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates of Central Wyoming College carry a median debt of $8,361, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates ten years after entry are $34,402, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (800) 735-8418 or visit https://www.cwc.edu/ for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Central Wyoming College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state-level funding, though specific tuition rates are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly to confirm program duration for electrician, welding, cosmetology, or other offerings.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and review outcomes data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?240514.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The mix of shorter technical programs like electrician and welding alongside longer health and cosmetology fields may suit career changers, but specific scheduling or format details for adult learners are not reported in this data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Central Wyoming College at (800) 735-8418 or through its website at https://www.cwc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?240514 to compare similar institutions.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.