Overview
Student Population
| Location | Wichita, Kansas |
| Online | wichita.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Wichita, Kansas, Wichita State University is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 7,291 prospective students applied, and 6,639 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,814 enrolled in the school. 10,153 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 5,241 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $6,843 plus fees of $1,957. WSU is ranked 656 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
WSU is rated within the lower 45% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Explore Wichita State University
Rankings
Rankings for Wichita State University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#656 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#230 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#5 in Best Colleges in Kansas
#2 in Best Public Colleges in Kansas
#54 in Best Value Colleges in Kansas
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 983/1220 |
| ACT | 19/26 |
| GPA | 3.48 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jun 15, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $40 |
Connect with WSU
Engage with counselors on a personal level to demonstrate your interest in their school and get answers to all of your admissions-related questions.
Sponsored by CollegeVine
Annual Cost to Attend
Kansas Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,250 |
| Other Fees | $1,957 |
| Room and Board | $12,610 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,400 |
| Total One Year Cost | $26,060 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,250 |
| Other Fees | $1,957 |
| Room and Board | $12,610 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,400 |
| Total One Year Cost | $35,425 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 22% |
| Health Professions | 14% |
| Education | 11% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 9% |
| Engineering | 9% |
Other Colleges to Consider
Students considering WSU are frequently interested in these similar colleges.
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=156125 IPEDS survey data for Wichita State University.
Current students may use the Wichita State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.