Wayne State University
Overview
Student Population
27,064
| Size | Large |
| Profit Status | Non-profit |
| On campus housing | Yes |
| Degrees Offered | Undergrad/Graduate |
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 15,331 prospective students applied, and 10,334 were granted admission. Of those admitted 2,653 enrolled in the school. 18,298 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 8,766 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2017/2018, excluding room and board, is $11,217 plus fees of $1,512. WSU is ranked 661 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2019 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Admission Standards
Challenging
| SAT | ACT | GPA |
|---|---|---|
| SAT | 1080/1280 | |
| ACT | 21/28 | |
| GPA | 3.22 |
Applications Accepted
67.4%
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
Annual Cost to Attend
Michigan Resident Tuition
$11,217
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,196 |
| Other Fees | $1,512 |
| Room and Board | $10,102 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,262 |
| Total One Year Cost | $26,289 |
Out of State Tuition
$25,691
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,196 |
| Other Fees | $1,512 |
| Room and Board | $10,102 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,262 |
| Total One Year Cost | $40,763 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$51,000 per year
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
26% within 6 years
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 17% |
| Psychology | 10% |
| Education | 9% |
| Health Professions | 8% |
| Biology | 7% |