Known for business — excellent value
Wichita State University is a public institution in Wichita with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1118, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 10.5K undergraduates with a 20:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
51% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $51,532 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $13,776.
Established
1895
Mascot
WuShock
Type
Public research university
Conference
NCAA Division I ranks
Division
Division I
95%Acceptance
1118SAT Avg
10,493Students
20:1Student:Faculty
51%Grad Rate
$51,532Earnings 10yr
$13,776Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate94.9%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1118
Reading & WritingMid: 552
490630
MathMid: 550
480620
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 23
1826
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$9,322
Tuition (out-of-state)$19,240
Room & Board$13,790
Books & Supplies$1,250
Total Cost of Attendance$21,064
Average Net Price$13,776
Median Debt at Graduation$20,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$217
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$10,914
$30–48K$11,084
$48–75K$14,240
$75–110K$17,670
$110K+$18,751
Programs (193)
Student Body
Undergrads
10,493
Gender Split
56% / 44%
Women / Men
First Generation
36%
Pell Grant Recipients
30%
Race & Ethnicity
White 57%
Black 6%
Hispanic 17%
Asian 8%
Two+ 6%
Int'l 4%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate51.4%
Freshman Retention67.6%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$44,043
8 Years$47,823
10 Years$51,532
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$39,400
Men
$54,100
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Shockers
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia