General Education at University of Wyoming
What traits are you looking for in a school for General Education, you may want to check out the program at University of Wyoming. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, WY.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 73 general education degrees were awarded at University of Wyoming.
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Online Class Availability at University of Wyoming
Distance learning is available at University of Wyoming. Among 10,813 students, 2,268 (21%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,532 (42%) took at least some classes online.
General Education Rankings at University of Wyoming
Use these rankings to compare University of Wyoming’s General Education program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wyoming | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Wyoming | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #2 of 16 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #5 of 16 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #72 of 397 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #88 of 406 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wyoming | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Wyoming | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #2 of 16 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #5 of 16 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #72 of 397 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #88 of 406 |
Earnings for General Education Graduates from University of Wyoming
Students who complete University of Wyoming’s General Education program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $58,797 |
| 2 years | $57,318 |
| 3 years | $58,673 |
| 4 years | $61,936 |
| 5 years | $69,139 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, General Education graduates from University of Wyoming take home a median $61,936, compared with $58,250 for all University of Wyoming graduates — about 6% higher than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of General Education graduates at University of Wyoming, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, General Education graduates at University of Wyoming are 67% women (49) and 33% men (24).
General Education Master’s Program at University of Wyoming
Among the 57 master’s general education degrees awarded at University of Wyoming, 72% were women (41) and 28% were men (16).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Education master’s degree recipients at University of Wyoming.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 48 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Minority students account for 11% of General Education master’s degree recipients at University of Wyoming, lower than the national average of 36%.*
General Education Doctoral Program at University of Wyoming
Among the 16 doctoral general education degrees awarded at University of Wyoming, 50% were women (8) and 50% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Education doctoral degree recipients at University of Wyoming.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Unknown | 2 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific General Education Concentrations at University of Wyoming
This General Education program at University of Wyoming includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Education | 73 |
Highest-Paying Careers for General Education Graduates
Graduates of the General Education program at University of Wyoming pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid careers for General Education majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Education Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,329 |
| Teaching Assistants, Special Education | $96,801 |
| Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special Education | $89,337 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.