Best Online Psychology Programs in Cheyenne, WY (2026)
Cheyenne, Wyoming has a population of about 64,976. The city’s median household income is $77,176 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 32.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are 5 accredited psychology programs within 100 miles of Cheyenne. In Wyoming, the top-earning psychology-related role is School Psychologist at a median $88,120 annually (BLS, May 2024).
Closest Psychology Schools to Cheyenne
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer psychology programs. Distances are calculated from Cheyenne city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laramie County Community College | Cheyenne, WY | 2.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Colorado State University-Fort Collins | Fort Collins, CO | 41.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Wyoming | Laramie, WY | 42.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Northern Colorado | Greeley, CO | 50.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Western Nebraska Community College | Scottsbluff, NE | 78.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Wyoming schools on the Wyoming psychology page.
Psychology Wages Near Cheyenne
Cheyenne is part of the Cheyenne, WY metro area (BLS area code 16940). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Wyoming statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $79,890 | WY statewide | $82,788 |
| Industrial-Organizational Psychologist | N/A | WY statewide | – |
| School Psychologist | $88,120 | WY statewide | $91,316 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $72,430 | Cheyenne, WY | $75,057 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | N/A | WY statewide | – |
| Substance Abuse and Mental Health Counselor | $61,110 | Cheyenne, WY | $63,326 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $47,420 | Cheyenne, WY | $49,140 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $42,220 | WY statewide | $43,751 |
Source: BLS, May 2024 Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes wage data at the metro (MSA) and state level – not by individual city.
Cheyenne at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 64,976 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $77,176 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 32.9% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 96.5 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Psychology-related employment in Laramie County | 2,579 workers, 383 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Cheyenne-Area Cities With Psychology Programs
- Fort Collins, CO – 43.4 mi away (301,581 pop)
- Laramie, WY – 43.9 mi away (33,587 pop)
- Windsor, CO – 47.1 mi away (22,776 pop)
- Greeley, CO – 50.2 mi away (131,900 pop)
- Loveland, CO – 52.0 mi away (76,897 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited psychology programs are near Cheyenne, WY?
Our directory lists 5 psychology programs within 100 miles of Cheyenne. The closest is Laramie County Community College in Cheyenne, WY (2.7 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Western Nebraska Community College (78.2 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying psychology roles near Cheyenne?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying psychology-related roles near Cheyenne are: School Psychologist ($88,120), Clinical and Counseling Psychologist ($79,890), Educational and Career Counselor ($72,430). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Wyoming statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Fort Collins instead of Cheyenne?
Fort Collins, CO is 43.4 miles from Cheyenne and has its own set of local psychology programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.
Is Cheyenne an affordable place to study psychology?
Cheyenne’s median household income of $77,176 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Cheyenne while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Wyoming public universities often offer reduced in-state online tuition.
How do I verify a program is accredited?
Confirm institutional accreditation via the U.S. Department of Education database (U.S. Dept. of Education database), and check for any program-specific accreditation listed by the school.