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Wayne State University

Detroit, Michigan · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$45,207

Acceptance Rate

82%

Graduation Rate

58%

Annual Tuition

$14,297

At a Glance

Total Students

15,676

Retention Rate

82%

Faculty Ratio

13

Financial Aid

40%

Median Debt

$21,250

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

Wayne State University is a public institution in Detroit with an 82% acceptance rate. The university enrolls 15,676 students. The average in-state tuition is $14,297. Approximately 40% of students receive financial aid.

The university's graduation rate is 58.3%, with an 81.5% retention rate. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $50,183. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $45,207, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $53,493. The median debt for graduates is $21,250.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$50k

1 YEAR

$45k

5 YEARS

$53k

10 YEARS

Top 52% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

Wayne State University graduates have varying earnings outcomes. One year after graduation, the median salary is $50,183. However, this figure decreases to $45,207 five years after graduation. Ten years after graduation, the median salary increases to $53,493. The median debt for graduates is $21,250, and 39.7% of students receive financial aid.

The university has a relatively high acceptance rate of 82%. The graduation rate is 58.3%, and the retention rate is 81.5%. The in-state tuition cost is $14,297. The student population is 15,676.

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Campus Location

Detroit, Michigan

Detroit, MI 48202

Wayne State University is located in Detroit, Michigan. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Wayne State University has an acceptance rate of 82.0%.