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WyoTech

Laramie, Wyoming · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:

Auto mechanic schoolsDiesel mechanic schools
85%completion rate · Wyoming avg 59%
$6,800median debt of graduates
$45,276median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
$50,167median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$40,119annual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (Accredited)
Address: 1889 Venture Drive, Laramie, WY 82070 · Phone: (307) 742-3776 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Sanctions are probation, warning, show-cause and loss-of-accreditation actions by any recognized accreditor, including program-specific accreditors (a nursing-program probation counts for the campus). Routine monitoring reviews and voluntary withdrawals are not counted. Ask the school what the action concerned and how it was resolved.

WyoTech is a private for-profit trade school in Laramie, Wyoming offering auto mechanic and diesel mechanic programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.

WyoTech has an 85.3% completion rate versus a 58.8% state average, with median graduate debt of $6,800 and median earnings of $50,167 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Annual cost of attendance at WyoTech is reported at $40,119, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 42.7% of students receive Pell Grants.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
WyoTech WyoTech: 85.3% 85.3% Wyoming average Wyoming average: 58.8% 58.8% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Automotive service technicians and mechanics$34,200$51,330$64,500
Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists$45,140$61,580$73,950

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

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 2–4 years 374 $34,534 $34,871 $6,800
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 2–4 years 370 $34,534 $34,871 $6,800
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Associate degree 102 $33,589 $33,166 not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 2–4 years 97 $34,534 $34,871 $6,800
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Associate degree 64 $33,589 $33,166 not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Associate degree 15 $33,589 $33,166 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.

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About this school

WyoTech is a private for-profit trade school in Laramie, Wyoming, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. The campus participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for enrollment. Its most-awarded programs are auto mechanic schools (546 completions) and diesel mechanic schools (476 completions), reflecting a strong focus on automotive and diesel technical training among its six program families.

Federal data shows a completion rate of 85.3%, which is above the state average of 58.8%. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,800, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $50,167. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $40,119, and 42.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.

This campus, located in a remote town setting, may suit students seeking concentrated, hands-on training in automotive or diesel repair rather than a traditional multi-year degree path; program length details for specific tracks are not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers considering enrollment should confirm current program lengths, schedules, and licensing requirements directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome figures independently, prospective students can consult the school's accreditor listing and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

WyoTech's top programs are auto mechanic schools (546 completions) and diesel mechanic schools (476 completions), part of six total program families offered on this campus.

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, WyoTech is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.

Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?

Yes, WyoTech participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used to help cover costs.

What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?

The completion rate is 85.3%, which is above the Wyoming state average of 58.8%.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Graduates carry a median debt of $6,800, according to federal data.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $50,167.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

The reported annual cost of attendance is $40,119.

Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?

WyoTech is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels and available institutional aid compared to public or non-profit schools.

How long do the programs here take to complete?

Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact WyoTech directly at (307) 742-3776 or via its website for specifics.

How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?

You can confirm accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link, https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?240718.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

Fit for career changers is not explicitly reported in federal data, but the school's focus on auto and diesel mechanic training suggests hands-on technical programs; confirm scheduling options directly with the school.

What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?

Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact WyoTech to confirm what credentials apply to its automotive and diesel programs.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can reach WyoTech by phone at (307) 742-3776 or visit https://www.wyotech.edu/ for application details.

How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?

Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare outcomes across institutions.

Nearby trade and career schools in Wyoming

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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.

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