Deadlines for the professional engineering examinations are set by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES). NCEES will not set deadlines for future examinations until the most current upcoming exams have been issued. Once deadlines are set, the Board will list those dates on the home page under "Important Dates." All computer based tests (CBT's) are offered year-round and do not have a fee deadline.
If you applied after November 1, 2024, you may check your status by logging into your dashboard and checking for any deficiencies to your application packet. If you applied prior to November 1, 2024, you may check the status of your application by calling or emailing the Board office. (307) 777-6155/6156 or wyopepls@wyo.gov
All professional applications are $100. Intern applications are $50 and firm applications are $75. The Board offers non-tangible, irrevocable goods, and therefore does not issue refunds once monies have been submitted to the agency. By using a credit or debit card for transactions, you will be assessed a fee to pay for the costs associated with processing the transaction. This processing fee is included within the total transaction cost.
No, all applications are online and must be filled out electronically. All applications that are handwritten will be returned.
Rules, Chapter 3, Section 7 (a)(vi) “If an applicant makes no attempt to complete his/her application within six (6) months from the date of original application, his/her application will be canceled with neither prejudice nor refund of fee.”
Yes. Rules, Chapter 3, Section 7 (a)(v) “Complete and submit evidence of lawful presence in the United States.”
Yes. Rules and Regulations, Chapter 3, Section 6 require that the above information is collected for licensure.
An NCEES Record is an easier and faster way to complete the licensure process in multiple jurisdictions. Model Law Engineer Record holders are reviewed weekly by the Executive Director. Surveyors and those without a Record will be reviewed by the Application Review Committees at the next Quarterly Board meeting (pending deadlines).
What is a Model Law Engineer or Surveyor?
Wyoming participates in the electronic system through NCEES. Please have your request submitted through your account at: https://account.ncees.org/login
Yes, but they must come directly from the institution or reference themselves. They may submit to: wyopepls@wyo.gov
Most ABET/ETAC degrees alone do not qualify. Applicants must meet a combined educational background that meets the NCEES Education Standard.
Three (3) in total, the following are the different combinations for those three (3):
Three (3) licensed supervisory references are required. If one cannot provide three (3) licensed supervisory references, then they must provide a statement as to why, along with three (3) references unrelated to the applicant, in which one (1) shall be licensed. Please see Rules and Regulations Chapter 3, Section 7(a)(iii) for further clarification.
Applicants must complete the top portion of the reference form and leave the lower section for the reference. All references must be mailed or emailed in directly from the reference.
The Wyoming Board's license search feature shows in real time your license status. Please visit the home page to choose the appropriate licnese search.
An individual whose license has been expired for more than two (2) years may choose one of the following pathways to relicensure.
The individual may obtain a new license by complying with the requirements of the act (Wyo. State Statute 33-29-501(d)) for obtaining an original license; or the individual must show evidence of completion of satisfying Rules and Regulations, Chapter 4, Section 7(b)(ii)(A), (B), or (C).
More on relicensure found here.
After taking and passing the Fundamentals of Engineering examination (FE) and you have graduated from the University with your BS in engineering, you may request your transcripts be sent directly to the Board office. You will need to call or email (307) 777-6155/6156 or wyopepls@wyo.gov to check on the status of your University of Wyoming application and update your address. All information is sent by email so please be sure to update the Board of a current email address (no uwyo.edu emails please).
Once you have taken and passed the Fundamentals of Engineering examination (FE) you may apply by making application with the Board’s “Intern Certification” application.
All but the following two (2) degrees are required to send in an education requirement form.
Exempt from the education requirement form:
Bachelors of Surveying or Geomatics accredited by ABET/EAC, ABET/ETAC or ABET/ANSAC.
Associates of Surveying Technology or Geomatics accredited by ABET/ETAC or ABET/ANSAC.
NSPS maintains a list of education programs throughout the United States with ABET accrediation indication. Check it out here!
Yes, Wyoming is a decoupled state, meaning you may take the examination prior to the four (4) years of experience. Please file the “Early Examination” application.
Once you qualify for licensure (Rules, Chapter 3, Sections 3 & 7) you may file the Professional Initial Exam & Licensure Application.
Yes. All comity applications fall under Rules and Regulations, Chapter 1, Section 2 (b)(i) "Has not been convicted of any crime that is related to the ability to the practice of engineering or land surveying within five (5) years of submitting an application for a license or certificate;"
At this time there are not any other states that will accept this license via comity or reciprocity.
Those applying for the Professional Land Surveyor Examination must pay the associated exam fees listed in the Rules and Regulations, Chapter 2, Section 1 & 2. For those taking the National Examination you must refer to NCEES Exam Guide for fees in addition to Wyoming's Exam Fees listed below.
State Specific Take Home Exam - $100 Retake fee - $100
2 Hour State Specific Exam - $100 Retake fee - $100
Yes, all firms offering to work in Wyoming must file application for registration with the Board prior to offering to work in Wyoming.
No, the firm must have a Wyoming licensed professional on staff prior to mailing in application for the firm registration.
The Wyoming Board cannot make that determination, the firm must inquire with the Wyoming Secretary of State Corporations Division at: (307) 777-7311.
As of March 23, 2015 the Wyoming Board determined that PE licensure is required for an SPCC Plan prepared for a facility located in Wyoming and a PE does have to be licensed by the Board in the state of Wyoming.
For additional information pertaining to SPCC Spill Prevention please contact the Wyoming DEQ: (307) 777-7937.