Wyoming

Conrad State 30 J-1 waiver program overview, slot data, processing times, and application guidance for Wyoming.

Estimated · Based on available data, verify with state directly · Last verified: 2026-03-28

Conrad 30 Slots

Flex Slots

Total Available

45-60 days — among the fastest

Processing Time

Timeline Overview

Estimated Total Timeline6-10 months (very fast processing)

State Processing Time45-60 days — among the fastest

Federal Fiscal Year StartOctober 1

Specialty Priorities

Family MedicineEmergency MedicineGeneral SurgeryInternal Medicine

Priority Areas

Primary CareRural HealthFrontier Health

Requirements

Must practice in a HPSA or MUA for 3 years. Wyoming DOH sponsors Conrad 30 applications. Wyoming typically uses only 8-10 of its 30 slots — 20+ remaining most years. 70% of Wyoming's Conrad placements are flex waivers (second highest nationally). No alternative regional pathways. Full unrestricted WY medical license required.

Application Tips

Wyoming is the least competitive waiver state in the nation — typically 20+ slots remaining all year. 70% of placements are flex waivers. Processing is very fast (45-60 days). No state income tax. Nearly every community is HPSA-designated. Expect a truly rural lifestyle — the state's entire population is under 600,000. Casper, Cheyenne, and Laramie are the 'largest' cities. If you're comfortable with small-town medicine and outdoor life, Wyoming offers certainty of placement, fast processing, and no tax burden. WWAMI program (UW partnership with University of Washington) provides some academic connection.

Official Resource

Wyoming Health Department

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Quick Facts

3-year service commitment required

Must serve in HPSA or MUA designated area

Employer must sponsor the waiver application

Apply early in federal fiscal year (starts October 1)

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