Overview
Enrollment
Best Colleges Rank
Located in Detroit, Michigan, Wayne State University is a large four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 15,181 prospective students applied, and 9,603 were granted admission. Of those admitted 2,732 enrolled in the school. 17,971 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 6,948 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $12,376 plus fees of $1,667. WSU is ranked 494 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
WSU is rated within the top 47% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Wayne State University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#494 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#156 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#14 in Best Colleges in Michigan
#5 in Best Public Colleges in Michigan
#413 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#14 in Best Value Colleges in Michigan
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1030/1260 |
| ACT | 22/28 |
| GPA | 3.42 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | May 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $25 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Michigan Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,268 |
| Other Fees | $1,667 |
| Room and Board | $11,070 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,114 |
| Total One Year Cost | $30,495 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,268 |
| Other Fees | $1,667 |
| Room and Board | $11,070 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,114 |
| Total One Year Cost | $46,465 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 17% |
| Psychology | 10% |
| Education | 9% |
| Health Professions | 8% |
| Biology | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=172644 IPEDS survey data for Wayne State University.
Current students may use the Wayne State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.