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Wayne State University

Detroit, MI • public • II
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Acceptance
82.0%
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Grad Rate
57%
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Cost
$28,667 / $45,514

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Urban
Student Population
Undergrad: 18,699 • Total: 28,051
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
42 W. Warren Ave.
Detroit, MI
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Website
wayne.edu
Region
Midwest
Carnegie Classification
R1: Doctoral Universities – Very High Research Activity

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 7,650 (40.9%) • Female: 11,049 (59.1%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 2,426 13.0%
Black/African American 3,416 18.3%
Hispanic/Latino 1,449 7.7%
White 10,012 53.5%
Two or More Races 775 4.1%
International 400 2.1%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
82.0%
12,461 admitted from 15,190 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
Sometimes Required
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 530-640
Math: 510-620
Total: 1040-1260
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
21-28
Application Types Offered
RD
Application Requirements
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Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
RD: Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
56.5%
4-Year Graduation Rate
32.6%
Freshman Retention Rate
82.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
12.7:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$28,667
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$45,514
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $13,055
Out-of-state: $29,902
Room & Board
$14,252
Books & Supplies
$1,360
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $11,090
$30,001-48,000 $10,721
$48,001-75,000 $12,068
$75,001-110,000 $14,828
$110,001+ $19,862
Students Receiving Pell Grants
75%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
II
Men's Sports (8)
Baseball Basketball Cross Country Fencing Football Golf Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis
Women's Sports (8)
Basketball Fencing Golf Softball Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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💰 Merit Scholarships

Typical Requirements
3.0 GPA
In-State Awards
$1,000-$12,000/yr
Out-of-State Awards
$1,000-$12,000/yr
6 automatic scholarships (12 total)
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Common questions about Wayne State University

What is Wayne State University's acceptance rate?
Wayne State University accepts 82% of applicants, from 15,190 applications.
How much does Wayne State University cost?
Tuition and fees are $13,055 in-state and $29,902 out-of-state. Families earning under $30,000 pay $11,090 on average after aid.
Does Wayne State University require SAT or ACT scores?
Wayne State University requires test scores from some applicants.
What ACT score do you need for Wayne State University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 21 and 28 on the ACT.
What is Wayne State University's graduation rate?
57% of students graduate within six years.