Enrollment: 1920
Average LSAT: ###,###,##0
Pass Rate for First Time Bar Exam: 87%
Average Undergrad GPA: 0.00
Regular Application Deadline: 03/01
School Type: Public
Regular Notification: 04/01
Student Faculty Ratio: 12:1

Part Time Program: 15%
Evening Program: No

Average Starting Salary: $49,915.00

Out-of-State Tuition: $19,290.00
In-State Tuition: $8,640.00
Financial Aid Deadline: 03/01
Average Loan Received: $17,438.00

Student Says - Academics
The University of Wyoming College of Law is one of the smallest law schools in the country and, according to students here, "completely underrated." They tell us that "small class sizes" (roughly 80 in each first-year class), "low cost," "a friendly and unintimidating atmosphere," and a "wonderfully approachable" faculty make UW "a great school." "At the University of Wyoming you can be on a first-name basis with the deans and all the professors," boasts a 1L. "The deans have an open-door policy" and the "extremely supportive" administration "has to be one of the best around."
Legal writing is solid and "Opportunities for practical experience are top-notch." Five real-world legal clinics and a wealth of externships provide "a lot of great practical opportunities" for students. A "huge environmental law contingent" takes advantage of internships and externships associated with the "excellent" environment and natural resources program. There is "great networking within the state" and "plenty of opportunity for employment" reportedly awaits students upon graduation. "Wyoming-including the law school-tends to take care of its own," explains one student. "I am confident, if I want to work outside of Wyoming, I will be able to find a job," adds a fearless 1L.
The "highly qualified" professors at UW "teach a wide variety of course subjects" and "most" are "pretty good at teaching the material." "Some of the professors are the best you could hope for." Others "are less inspiring" and "Some courses they teach might not truly be their expertise." However, "The professors are extremely helpful and will give you all the individual attention that you need and want," explains a 2L. "Of course, this leaves little chance of 'blending' to escape notice." "I have never felt intimidated to approach any of them in order to ask a question or advice," adds a 2L. "I have professors who have offered to look over sample exam answers and who have given their home telephone numbers out."
Students say that the facilities "could use some work," but they are "by no means hideous." Some aspects of the College of Law building are "a relic of the 1970s," including the "limited space" and "dated dŽcor." At least "There are a few nice classrooms that are really updated for the new technology requirements of school." Wireless capabilities and the number of electrical outlets facilities have been "vastly improved" in recent years. "In every carrel in the library, there is a power outlet for a laptop" and "There is no lack of computer stations." Tech support is "very helpful" as well.

Students Say - Campus Life
Many students say the University of Wyoming "clearly lacks diversity in terms of ethnic minorities" but they also note that geography is a limitation in this regard. "I don't think that the lack of diversity is caused by lack of effort in recruiting," observes a 2L. "I just don't think that many people want to move to Wyoming." There are quite a few nontraditional students here but "Most students are traditional students" just a few years out of undergrad.
Academically, a "competitive yet cooperative spirit" prevails. "Students are very friendly and helpful to each other." They actually "leave their laptops unlocked overnight." The "very small" size of UW "is a great strength of the school" because it fosters "a very strong sense of community" and "a real camaraderie" "regardless of class rank." Students here become lifelong friends and colleagues. "We are able to have a much more intimate relationship with the faculty and staff, administration, and classmates," explains a 2L. "We don't let the competition of getting a high ranking get in the way of establishing meaningful relationships." "I transferred in from another law school that was just [an] overly competitive environment," elaborates another 2L. "Students here are much more friendly and helpful toward one another."
"The people of Wyoming are the nicest people in the world," and "no one's complaining about the 'lower cost' of living in Wyoming." However, Laramie-the surrounding town of about 30,000 souls-isn't much in the way of culture and nightlife. At 7,200 feet, Laramie is also home to "the highest elevation law school in the country." "It's bloody cold up here," cautions a 1L. It's also "safe" and "very Western." "You will typically run into other law students no matter where you go." "Everyone congregates at certain bars in town on weekends" like "one big, happy family." "The social life is limited," though. "That is, if you're not particularly fond of the Cowboy Bar." "The rumor mill runs rampant" in the tiny College of Law universe as well. "Everyone is well aware of who is dating who, who broke up with who." When students need a break, outstanding skiing, hiking, hunting, and fishing are easily accessible and "larger towns like Denver and Fort Collins" are a short drive south.

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