Known for business — excellent value
Wayne State University is a public institution in Detroit with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1147, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 15.7K undergraduates with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
57% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $53,493 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $14,773.
Established
1868
Motto
"Industry, Intelligence, Integrity"
Mascot
"W" the Warrior
Type
Public research university
Conference
men's baseball
Division
Division II
Campus Visits
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82%Acceptance
1147SAT Avg
15,676Students
13:1Student:Faculty
57%Grad Rate
$53,493Earnings 10yr
$14,773Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate82.0%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1147
Reading & WritingMid: 575
530640
MathMid: 570
510620
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 25
2128
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$14,297
Tuition (out-of-state)$30,419
Room & Board$11,762
Books & Supplies$1,316
Total Cost of Attendance$26,794
Average Net Price$14,773
Median Debt at Graduation$21,250
Monthly Payment (10yr)$225
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$12,337
$30–48K$12,560
$48–75K$14,864
$75–110K$19,189
$110K+$21,543
Programs (301)
Student Body
Undergrads
15,676
Gender Split
59% / 41%
Women / Men
First Generation
38%
Pell Grant Recipients
43%
Race & Ethnicity
White 54%
Black 17%
Hispanic 8%
Asian 14%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 2%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate56.5%
Freshman Retention81.5%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$45,207
8 Years$50,384
10 Years$53,493
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$46,700
Men
$61,000
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Source: Wikipedia