Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
82.03%
SAT Average
1,147
ACT Range
21-28
Wayne State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 82.03%. This means approximately 820 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 15,676 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
82.03%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $14,297 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $30,419 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $26,794 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $14,773 | State avg: $16,178. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 43.04% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 39.72% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Wayne State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$30,419
Room and board
$11,762
Books and supplies
$1,316
Other expenses
$4,410
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$26,794
Average net price
$14,773
Average aid coverage
45%
$12,021 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Wayne State University pays approximately $14,773 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Michigan average of $16,178 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Wayne State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Michigan and national averages.
Wayne State University net price
$14,773
Michigan average
$16,178
National average
$17,506
Wayne State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $30,419 and average net price at $14,773. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$30,419
Current net price
$14,773
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
56.51%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$53,493
Undergraduates
15,676
10-Year Median Earnings - Wayne State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Wayne State University graduates earn about 1.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Wayne State University?
Undergraduates
15,676
Completion rate
56.51%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
43.04%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
39.72%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 43.04% of Wayne State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 39.72% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Wayne State University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Wayne State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Wayne State University lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Wayne State University is listed at 42 W. Warren Ave., Detroit, MI 48202. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Wayne State University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wayne State University | 82.03% | $30,419 | $14,773 | $53,493 |
| Kettering University | 79.09% | $46,380 | $33,092 | $94,823 |
| Chamberlain University-Michigan | 88.89% | $19,686 | $26,870 | $92,405 |
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | 17.94% | $58,072 | $14,832 | $83,648 |
| Michigan Technological University | 87.94% | $41,340 | $15,729 | $78,198 |
Similar Schools in Detroit
This local cluster focuses on nearby Detroit schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Detroit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wayne State University's acceptance rate?
Wayne State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 82.03%.
How much is Wayne State University tuition?
Wayne State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $30,419.
What is Wayne State University's average net price?
Wayne State University's average net price in the local dataset is $14,773.
What is Wayne State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $53,493 for Wayne State University.
Is Wayne State University accredited?
Wayne State University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Wayne State University?
The local dataset lists 15,676 undergraduate students at Wayne State University.
What percentage of Wayne State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Wayne State University in the local dataset is 43.04%.
What is the federal loan rate at Wayne State University?
The federal loan rate for Wayne State University in the local dataset is 39.72%.
Where should I verify Wayne State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Wayne State University or the latest official federal education data.