🏠 University of Wyoming — Parent Guide

Helping parents understand dorm options, safety, accessibility, and what to expect at University of Wyoming.

💡 Tips for parents reviewing dorm options:

🏠 How housing selection works at University of Wyoming

UW requires all first-year students under 21 who are single and not living locally to live in the residence halls for their first two semesters. Students apply through the Housing Portal and pay a $250 application fee ($100 nonrefundable processing fee + $150 deposit). Priority placement for fall is given to applications received by May 1, after which students are assigned based on availability.

As of May 14, 2026

📍 Location

Laramie, WY

🏛️ College Type

Public Research University

👥 Enrollment

10,819 total students

🏠 Housing

16 dorm buildings reviewed on DormScouter

📊 Dorm Comparison by Safety & Cleanliness

DormOverall ★Safety ★Cleanliness ★ReviewsFeatures
White Hall 0 🛗 Elevator 🍳 Shared Kitchen
McIntyre Hall 0 🛗 Elevator 🍳 Shared Kitchen
Orr Hall 0 🛗 Elevator 🍽️ Dining Hall 🍳 Shared Kitchen
Downey Hall 0 🛗 Elevator 🍳 Shared Kitchen
North Hall 0 🛗 Elevator 🍳 Shared Kitchen
Crane Hall 0
Washakie Hall 0 🛗 Elevator
Corbett Hall 0 🛗 Elevator
Trademark Apartments 0 🍳 Shared Kitchen
Fitzpatrick-Burwell Hall 0
Hill Hall 0
Merica Hall 0
Wyoming Hall 0
Ivinson Heights Apartments 0
South Hall 0
Tobin House 0

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🔗 On-Campus Housing

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🔗 Residence Life FAQ

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🎓 Class-Year Housing Guides

Year-specific advice for University of Wyoming dorms — what changes from freshman to senior year:

🎓 Freshman Guide📚 Sophomore Guide📖 Junior Guide🎉 Senior Guide

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