The University of Wyoming (UW), located in Laramie, Wyoming, is a public research university with over 14,000 students. Founded in 1886, UW is the state's flagship university and offers over 200 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. UW is also home to the University of Wyoming School of Law, one of the oldest law schools in the Rocky Mountain West.
The University of Wyoming's Department of Geology and Geophysics in Laramie offers a comprehensive education in Earth sciences with a strong emphasis on hands-on field experiences and cutting-edge research. Students pursue undergraduate degrees including BS and BA options, a minor, and graduate degrees at the MS, PhD, and professional MS levels. The curriculum leverages Wyoming's unique geological landscape for extensive field-based learning opportunities. Access to modern laboratories and facilities supports research across diverse areas like structural geology, hydrogeology, geophysics, and paleontology. This rigorous program prepares graduates for successful careers in energy, environmental consulting, government agencies, research, and other vital fields.
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