The path to possible
Your Future, Supported: GEAR UP WY at Central Wyoming College
Unlock your potential. Bridge the gap to college. Succeed with a community behind you. Choose your path to possible.
Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) is a federally funded, statewide grant in Wyoming that provides services to 2,000 7th-12th-grade, income-eligible students annually.
The goal of GEAR UP is to increase the number of eligible students who are prepared to enter and succeed in postsecondary education. Apply today to determine your eligibility and join a supportive community that will assist you in reaching your academic goals. GEAR UP helps you realize your potential and see what’s truly possible in your life by providing staff to guide you, a community to support you, and the resources to make it happen.
Central Wyoming College GEAR UP WY proudly serves 275 students across Fremont and Hot Springs Counties, providing all services at no cost to families.
We provide dedicated, on-site support to 7th–12th-grade students currently in the following districts:
Keep up with upcoming events, important deadlines, student opportunities and helpful resources in the CWC GEAR UP Rustler Bulletin.
Don’t wait to start planning your future. Join a supportive environment at Central Wyoming College GEAR UP WY, dedicated to your academic and personal goals. Apply online here or scan the QR code below. Download paper application here to fill out and return to your school’s front office.
Funding Disclosure: GEAR UP Wyoming is 100% funded through a grant from the U.S. Department of Education totaling $4,019,424 annually, with an additional $4,019,424 provided annually via in-kind and scholarship contributions.