University of Wyoming
Discover the Cowboy State
Quick facts
Location: Laramie, Wyoming
City Size: Intimate
University Type: All-American College
Climate: Summers are warm, dry, and mostly clear and the winters are freezing, snowy, windy, and partly cloudy.
Cost of Living: Variable - somethings are cheaper while others are more expensive than Norwich
Local Language: English
Be inspired: Watch Brokeback Mountain - set in stunning Wyoming landscapes
What's unique: Wyoming is known for its natural beauty and Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park are both located here. There are also many State Parks to explore closer to Laramie.
Why choose Wyoming
The University of Wyoming is situated in the inviting college town of Laramie, nestled in the scenic Laramie Valley and in the shadow of the towering Rocky Mountains. Located at 2,200m above sea level, Laramie provides a welcoming, safe and tight-knit community for international students.
UW's comprehensive curriculum with advanced labs and classrooms are set within a beautiful outdoor setting with wide-open spaces and magnificent mountain ranges providing you with an adventure of a lifetime.
Laramie's thriving downtown area hosts many festivals and parades throughout the year, including Laramie Jubilee Days, which draws thousands of people from around Wyoming and the USA for a week of live music, rodeo and more.
In winter, the University of Wyoming is the gateway to an outdoor adventure. Sports such as skiing, snowmobiling and mountain biking are all extremely popular in the region. In summer, there are wildflower meadows, hikes and swimming holes to enjoy.
Beyond Laramie you can explore the bustling city of Denver, Colorado or the expansive areas of natural beauty. Jackson Hole is a popular tourist destination and the perfect jumping off point to the spectacular Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. Wyoming is truly a destination to get a feel for the vast American West. Cowboy up!
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