Wyoming Administrative Code Agency 057 - Community College Commission, Wyoming
Wyoming Administrative Code – Agency 057: Community College Commission
The Wyoming Community College Commission (WCCC) is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the state’s community college system. Its rules in the Wyoming Administrative Code provide guidance on governance, funding, reporting, and program administration for Wyoming’s seven community colleges.
Chapter 1 — General Provisions
Establishes the purpose and authority of the commission under Wyoming statutes.
Defines key terms used in the administrative rules, including:
“Community college”
“Commission”
“Student”
“Program”
Clarifies the scope of the commission’s regulatory and advisory authority.
Chapter 2 — Commission Organization
Describes the composition of the Community College Commission, including:
Number of members
Appointment process (typically governor-appointed)
Terms of office and removal procedures
Outlines duties of commission members:
Oversight of state community colleges
Policy development
Fiscal monitoring
Specifies meeting procedures and requirements for public notice and participation.
Chapter 3 — Community College Operations
Provides rules for the organization and administration of Wyoming community colleges.
Covers areas such as:
Academic program approval
Enrollment reporting
Faculty qualifications
Institutional governance standards
Ensures that colleges operate consistently with state law and commission policies.
Chapter 4 — Funding and Financial Administration
Establishes state funding procedures for community colleges.
Includes:
Calculation of state appropriations
Reporting requirements for college budgets
Procedures for requesting and distributing funds
Ensures accountability in use of state resources.
Chapter 5 — Student Policies
Sets rules regarding student eligibility, enrollment, and records.
Defines:
Residency criteria for tuition purposes
Academic and attendance reporting requirements
Student rights and responsibilities
Promotes fairness and consistency in college operations.
Chapter 6 — Academic Programs and Curriculum
Establishes standards for program development and approval:
Required curriculum guidelines
Program evaluation and review
Transferability of credits
Encourages alignment with state workforce and higher education goals.
Chapter 7 — Reporting and Accountability
Requires colleges to submit periodic reports to the commission.
Reporting includes:
Enrollment and demographic data
Program outcomes and effectiveness
Financial statements and audits
Commission uses reports for planning, funding decisions, and statewide policy recommendations.
Chapter 8 — Miscellaneous Provisions
Covers other administrative responsibilities of the commission, such as:
Coordination with other state agencies
Policy guidance on special projects or initiatives
Public information and outreach
Purpose of Agency 057 Administrative Rules
Provides a framework for consistent governance of Wyoming community colleges.
Ensures accountability, transparency, and compliance with state law.
Supports the mission of community colleges to provide accessible, high-quality education to Wyoming residents.
Facilitates coordination among colleges, the commission, and state government.
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