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Wayne State University

Mission Statement

As an urban research university, our mission is to discover, examine, transmit and apply knowledge that contributes to the positive development and well-being of individuals, organizations and society.   Wayne State University is a national research institution dedicated to preparing students to excel in an increasingly advanced and interconnected global society.

Location

656 West Kirby Street
Detroit, MI 48202
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Contact Information

General Information: 313-577-2424

College at a Glance

  • School Type:
    Public, 4-year or above
  • Faculty:
    Not Available
  • Religious Affiliation:
    Not applicable
  • Mission Highlights:
    None

Top Five Largest Sports Teams:

Male Sports

  • Football
  • Baseball
  • Swimming and Diving
  • Fencing
  • Track and Field, X-Country

Female Sports

  • Swimming and Diving
  • Ice Hockey
  • Softball
  • Volleyball
  • Basketball

Tuition & Fees Per Year

Undergraduate:

In-State:
$9,732
Out-of-State:
$20,886

Graduate:

In-State:
$12,725
Out-of-State:
$26,614

Student Body Breakdown

Total Enrolled:
37,361
Undergraduates:
24,051
Graduates:
13,310

Undergraduate Demographics

Pie Chart Representing the section data
  • 58.07% (Female Students)
  • 41.93% (Male Students)
Pie Chart Representing the section data
  • 7.55% (Asian/Pacific Islander)
  • 35.64% (Black)
  • 53.23% (Caucasian)
  • 3.04% (Hispanic/Latino)
  • 0.54% (Native American)

Pay For College with ROTC

Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) is a college scholarship program that prepares students to become military officers. Offered at more than 1,000 colleges and universities, it can help cover the costs of tuition and expenses.
Learn more about ROTC. Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) is a college program, offered at more than 1,000 colleges and universities across the United States, that prepares young adults to become military officers. In exchange for a paid college education and a guaranteed post-college career, ROTC students commit to serve in the Military after graduation (generally three to four years of Active Duty).
Learn more about ROTC

Army ROTC: yes  Navy ROTC: no  Air Force ROTC: yes 

Undergraduate Admissions

  • 9,397 Apply
  • 8,117 Are Accepted
  • 2,683 Actually Attend

Types of Degrees Offered

  • yes Certificate
  • no Associate's Degree
  • yes Bachelor's Degree
  • yes Master's Degree
  • yes Doctoral Degree

Financial aid is only available to those who qualify.

Learn more about this school at: www.wayne.edu