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University of Wyoming
(UW)
About
The University of Wyoming (UW) is a public land-grant research university in Laramie, Wyoming, United States. It was founded in March 1886, four years before the territory was admitted as the 44th state, and opened in September 1887. The University of Wyoming's location is written into the state's constitution. The university also offers outreach education in communities throughout Wyoming and onl...
The University of Wyoming (UW) is a public land-grant research university in Laramie, Wyoming, United States. It was founded in March 1886, four years before the territory was admitted as the 44th state, and opened in September 1887. The University of Wyoming's location is written into the state's constitution. The university also offers outreach education in communities throughout Wyoming and online.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 601 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 35 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 9,462
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 13.3 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 5%
- Female : Male
- 53 : 47
- Staff
- 2,908
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
THE
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownQS
2 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Petroleum Engineering | 101-150 | - | 2025 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 401-475 | - | 2025 |
ARWU
19 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Ecology | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Sociology | 151-200 | - | 2020 |
| Earth & Marine Sciences | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Geography | 201-300 | - | 2020 |
| Atmospheric Science | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Environmental Sciences | 201-300 | - | 2024 |
| Water Resources | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Veterinary Science | 201-300 | - | 2022 |
| Nursing | 201-300 | - | 2020 |
| Economics & Econometrics | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Law & Legal Studies | 201-300 | - | 2023 |
| Chemistry | 301-400 | - | 2024 |
| Energy Science & Engineering | 301-400 | - | 2022 |
| Business Administration | 301-400 | - | 2020 |
| Chemical Engineering | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Biological Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2021 |
| Agricultural Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2019 |
| Education & Training | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Psychology | 401-500 | - | 2024 |
US News
8 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Space Science | =160 | 43.2 | 2026 |
| Ecology | =249 | 43.2 | 2026 |
| Geosciences | =294 | 43.2 | 2026 |
| Energy and Fuels | 382 | 43.2 | 2026 |
| Environment/Ecology | 512 | 43.2 | 2026 |
| Plant and Animal Science | =565 | 43.2 | 2026 |
| Engineering | =896 | 43.2 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =1,045 | 43.2 | 2026 |
THE
9 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Physical Sciences | 501–600 | 37.4 | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 501–600 | 29.0 | 2026 |
| Psychology | 501–600 | 28.2 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 601–800 | 31.6 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 601–800 | 29.3 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 601–800 | 26.6 | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 601–800 | 16.8 | 2026 |
| Clinical & Health | 801–1000 | 22.9 | 2026 |
| Business & Economics | 801–1000 | 21.2 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of University of Wyoming?
University of Wyoming's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 1001-1200, THE Rank 801–1000, ARWU Rank 601-700, US News Rank =869.
When was University of Wyoming founded?
University of Wyoming was founded in 1886.
What are the top subjects at University of Wyoming?
Top subjects at University of Wyoming include: Petroleum Engineering, Ecology, Sociology, Space Science, Earth & Marine Sciences.
Where is University of Wyoming located?
University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, United States.