Sheridan, WY

About Northern Wyoming Community College District

Northern Wyoming Community College District (NWCCD) is a multi-campus community college serving Sheridan, Campbell, and Johnson Counties. Sheridan College and Gillette College campuses make up this district. Committed to creating student success and making a difference in the communities it serves, NWCCD serves over 8,000 credit and non-credit students per year.  

Nestled at the base of the Bighorn Mountains, Sheridan College provides a wide variety of academic offerings leading to associate degrees and certificates. Many courses and degrees are available at Sheridan College online. All courses were created by subject matter experts and are designed to meet the needs of busy working adults. In addition to being flexible and convenient, NWCCD online degrees are affordable and most offer support services.

Accreditation & Licensing

Northern Wyoming Community College District is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Type:

2-year, Public

Highest Level Offered:

Associate's degree

Religious Affiliation:

Not applicable

Enrollment:

Undergraduate: 4,087 ; Graduate: Not applicable

Percent of Fully Online Students:

Undergraduate: 20% ; Graduate: Not applicable

Graduation Rate:

42%

Transfer Rate:

34%

Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:

$40,477

Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):

$8,622

Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:

58%

Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:

$4,626

Credit for Military Training:

Yes

Online Programs offered by Northern Wyoming Community College District

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Business

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Associate of Science in Business
Business Certificate

Computer Science & IT

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Associate of Applied Science in Computer Networking Administration
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Associate of Applied Science in Web Development
IT Support Technician Certificate

Healthcare

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Associate of Science in Health Science

Math & Science

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Associate of Science in General Science
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Associate of Science in Mathematics

Frequently Asked Questions About Northern Wyoming Community College District

Is Northern Wyoming Community College District accredited?

Yes. Northern Wyoming Community College District is institutionally accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

How many online programs does Northern Wyoming Community College District offer?

Northern Wyoming Community College District offers 9 online programs currently listed on GetEducated.

What degree levels does Northern Wyoming Community College District offer?

Northern Wyoming Community College District offers associate-level programs.

How should students contact admissions at Northern Wyoming Community College District?

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Is Northern Wyoming Community College District expensive, and what are the tuition costs?

Roughly speaking, Northern Wyoming Community College District falls into GetEducated’s $$ tuition tier, which points to a mid tuition range.

How quickly can I enroll at Northern Wyoming Community College District?

Enrollment at any school can be a quick process; if all required admission requirements are met. This is where students can get hung up and slow down the process by taking too long to gather required documentation.

What should transfer students ask Northern Wyoming Community College District first?

The first thing you must do is order your transcripts from any previous school you attended and have them provided to the new school immediately with the hopes of receiving an unofficial transfer credit evaluation quickly. In an ideal world, students would have an official transfer credit evaluation done prior to committing to enrollment at any school; however with the vast majority of schools, official transfer credit evaluations happen after you are already enrolled, typically in the first semester.

Is Northern Wyoming Community College District military friendly?

Northern Wyoming Community College District does not show Yellow Ribbon support. If military benefits matter for your plan, check current military options before you apply.

How can students request information from Northern Wyoming Community College District through GetEducated?

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What documents are most commonly required for Northern Wyoming Community College District applications?

Most listed programs ask for Official High School Transcript/GED Score. Getting these ready early can keep the application process moving.

Does Northern Wyoming Community College District accept life experience credit?

Northern Wyoming Community College District accepts life experience credit, but qualifying can be harder than expected and fees may still apply. Check Transfer Options to confirm what applies to your program.

Are Northern Wyoming Community College District programs fully online or mixed?

Northern Wyoming Community College District programs are primarily listed as 100% Online, which can help students screen for schedule fit before applying.

What kinds of online programs does Northern Wyoming Community College District offer?

Northern Wyoming Community College District has online program options in areas such as Business, Computer Science & IT, Math & Science, and Healthcare; start with the field that best matches your career goal, then compare cost, format, and admissions requirements. Compare Programs to get program, admissions, and cost details before applying.

Are any admission tests required for Northern Wyoming Community College District programs?

One recurring admissions-test item is Placement Test. Students should confirm whether it applies to their specific program.

Do in-state and out-of-state tuition totals differ at Northern Wyoming Community College District?

Some programs show different in-state and out-of-state tuition totals, so check your specific program cost.

Do any Northern Wyoming Community College District programs have state authorization limitations?

State authorization restrictions are not prominent across available programs, but students should still confirm eligibility for their state. Check State Eligibility before applying to confirm whether your program is available where you live.

How often can students start at Northern Wyoming Community College District?

Start times per year typically range from 3-6 for most schools. For Northern Wyoming Community College District, students should confirm the next available start date for their specific program before applying.

How should working adults compare Northern Wyoming Community College District programs?

Working adults should compare program format, pacing, total cost, and application requirements before choosing a path.

What should students compare before choosing a Northern Wyoming Community College District program?

Students should compare accreditation fit, program format, application requirements, total cost, and whether the timeline works with their schedule.

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