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Northern Wyoming Community College District
Sheridan, Wyoming · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 1 Whitney Way, Sheridan, WY 82801 · Phone: 30767505050 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Northern Wyoming Community College District is a public trade and career school in Sheridan, Wyoming, offering LPN, diesel mechanic, and welding programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Northern Wyoming Community College District has a 42.1% completion rate, below the Wyoming state average of 58.8%; graduates carry a median debt of $8,622 and earn a median of $40,477 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Northern Wyoming Community College District; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants used by 18.2% of students, is available since the school participates in Title IV.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $46,700 | $63,460 | $70,840 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $45,140 | $61,580 | $73,950 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $47,220 | $63,820 | $78,890 |
| Dental hygienists | $61,020 | $85,130 | $96,890 |
| Machinists | $37,430 | $63,070 | $78,990 |
| Construction laborers | $35,640 | $46,030 | $49,920 |
| Electricians | $48,240 | $76,120 | $85,960 |
| Massage therapists | $18,570 | $61,980 | $93,600 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $48,460 | $73,170 | $83,700 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 55 | not reported | not reported | $10,500 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 35 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 33 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 24 | $55,226 | $55,151 | $6,500 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 19 | $38,321 | $47,260 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 11 | $36,453 | $40,132 | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 5 | $36,453 | $40,132 | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 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
Northern Wyoming Community College District is a public community college campus in Sheridan, Wyoming. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with additional programmatic accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation. Because it participates in Title IV, students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants. The campus offers 14 program families in the trades, with the most-awarded programs being LPN/LVN programs (55 completions), diesel mechanic schools (54), and welding schools (44).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 42.1%, which is below the Wyoming state average of 58.8%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $8,622, and median earnings 10 years after entry were $40,477. About 18.2% of students receive Pell Grants, pointing to a meaningful share of lower-income enrollment. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus, located in a remote town setting, spans short career-training programs like welding and diesel mechanics as well as longer allied-health tracks like LPN and dental hygiene, which may suit both recent high school graduates and adult career-changers depending on the specific program length and format — details not further broken out in this dataset. Prospective students should confirm program length, cost, and licensing requirements directly with the school, verify accreditation status with the listed accreditors, and review 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?
Northern Wyoming Community College District offers 14 trade and career program families, with the most-awarded being LPN/LVN programs, diesel mechanic schools, and welding schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the campus is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with programmatic accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grant funding. About 18.2% of students currently receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 42.1%, which is below the Wyoming state average of 58.8%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $8,622, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $40,477, 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 307-675-0505 or visit sheridan.edu for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public community college, meaning it is government-funded and generally has lower tuition than private for-profit trade schools, though exact costs aren't reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in this dataset; contact the school directly to confirm the duration of specific programs like LPN, diesel mechanics, or welding.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?240666.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers both short career-training programs and longer allied-health tracks, which may suit adult career-changers, but specific program length and scheduling details are not reported here—contact the school to confirm fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements vary by program and are not detailed in this dataset; contact the school directly to learn about licensure for programs like LPN or dental hygiene.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Northern Wyoming Community College District at 307-675-0505 or through its website, sheridan.edu.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included in this dataset; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across schools.
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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.