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Eastern Wyoming College
Torrington, Wyoming · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 3200 West C St, Torrington, WY 82240 · Phone: (307) 532-8200 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Eastern Wyoming College is a public trade school in Torrington, Wyoming, offering welding, cosmetology, and CNC & machining programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Eastern Wyoming College has a 51.8% completion rate, below the Wyoming state average of 58.8%; median graduate debt is $7,000 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $37,121, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost is not reported in federal data for Eastern Wyoming College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, and about 13.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $47,220 | $63,820 | $78,890 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $18,150 | $29,170 | $36,500 |
| Machinists | $37,430 | $63,070 | $78,990 |
| Skincare specialists | $39,490 | $62,400 | $62,990 |
| Barbers (U.S.) | $28,600 | $38,210 | $58,960 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 19 | not reported | $38,313 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Associate degree | 17 | not reported | $14,627 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 15 | not reported | $16,169 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | $16,169 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | $16,169 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 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
Eastern Wyoming College is a public trade and career campus in Torrington, Wyoming, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Because it participates in Title IV federal aid programs, students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. The college's most-awarded trade programs are welding schools, cosmetology schools, and CNC & machining programs, drawing from a broader set of seven program families offered at this remote-town campus.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 51.8%, which is below the Wyoming state average of 58.8%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $7,000, and median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $37,121. About 13.0% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 482 undergraduates and 75 trade completers reported, Eastern Wyoming College serves a small student body. The mix of shorter trade certificate programs like welding and cosmetology alongside technical training such as CNC machining may suit both recent high school graduates and adult career changers looking for hands-on training, though specific program lengths and scheduling formats are not detailed here. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the Higher Learning Commission and review current outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Eastern Wyoming College offers seven program families, with welding schools, cosmetology schools, and CNC & machining programs being the most-awarded trade programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Eastern Wyoming College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used. About 13.0% of students here receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 51.8%, which is below the Wyoming state average of 58.8%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $7,000.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $37,121.
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 (307) 532-8200 or visit https://ewc.wy.edu/ for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Eastern Wyoming College is a public institution, which typically means state-supported tuition rates and eligibility for federal aid programs.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly to confirm program schedules and duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation with the Higher Learning Commission and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?240596.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program formats or schedules, so fit for adult career changers is not reported in federal data; contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school directly for program-specific credentialing information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Eastern Wyoming College at (307) 532-8200 or through its website at https://ewc.wy.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard link to compare outcomes across institutions.
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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.