Known for business — excellent value
Wright State University-Main Campus is a public institution in Dayton with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1086, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 6.3K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
46% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $49,500 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $15,216.
Established
1967
Motto
Ad docendum, Investigandum, Serviendum
Mascot
Gray Wolf, Raider personified as Rowdy Raider
Type
Public research university
Division
Division I
95%Acceptance
1086SAT Avg
6,330Students
15:1Student:Faculty
46%Grad Rate
$49,500Earnings 10yr
$15,216Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate95.2%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1086
Reading & WritingMid: 555
470620
MathMid: 543
443610
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 21
1725
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$11,188
Tuition (out-of-state)$20,606
Room & Board$10,900
Books & Supplies$1,400
Total Cost of Attendance$23,255
Average Net Price$15,216
Median Debt at Graduation$22,750
Monthly Payment (10yr)$241
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$10,987
$30–48K$11,722
$48–75K$15,828
$75–110K$19,191
$110K+$20,250
Programs (248)
Student Body
Undergrads
6,330
Gender Split
54% / 46%
Women / Men
First Generation
35%
Pell Grant Recipients
33%
Race & Ethnicity
White 71%
Black 12%
Hispanic 4%
Asian 3%
Two+ 6%
Int'l 3%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate45.9%
Freshman Retention62.6%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$42,229
8 Years$46,058
10 Years$49,500
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$41,600
Men
$52,100
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Source: Wikipedia