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Wayne State University

Detroit, MI·Public·~81% acceptance

Wayne State University is a public university in Detroit, MI. It has fairly open admissions, accepting about 81% of applicants. The average net price after aid is about $12,766 per year. About 58% of students graduate, and alumni earn a median of about $53,493 ten years after enrolling.

Average cost
$12,766/yr avg net price after aid
Full cost $27,350
Aid cuts ~$14,584/yr on average

Average across all aided students (U.S. College Scorecard). Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take the free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.

Deadlines
ED
EA
RD
Rolling

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Admissions
GPA range3.39–3.89
SAT (middle 50%)1060–1270
ACT (middle 50%)23–29
Test policyTest optional
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
58%
graduation rate
83%
freshman retention
$45,207
median earnings, 6yr
$53,493
median earnings, 10yr
Frequently asked questions
What is Wayne State University's acceptance rate?
Wayne State University admits about 81% of applicants.
How much does Wayne State University cost?
At Wayne State University, the average net price after aid is about $12,766 per year, and the full cost of attendance is about $27,350 per year before aid. Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Wayne State University?
The middle 50% of admitted students score 1060–1270 on the SAT and 23–29 on the ACT.
What are Wayne State University's application deadlines?
Wayne State University's deadline is Regular Decision around Rolling. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.

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