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82%
Open Admissions
58%
Graduation
About Wayne State University
Wayne State University is a public four-year institution located in Detroit, Michigan. With an enrollment of approximately 15,676 undergraduate students, it is a mid-size institution. With an acceptance rate of 82%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate is 58%. Graduates earn a median salary of $53,493 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $14,773 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
82%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
58%
Enrollment
15,676
Total students
Median Earnings
$53,493
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$14,297
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$30,419
Per year
Average Net Price
$14,773
After aid (avg)
SAT Range
N/A or test-optional
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
SAT Score Range (M+R)
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Score Range
21 – 28
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
Test-optional / N/A
SAT Math
25th
510
Median
570
75th
620
200800
ACT Composite
25th
21
Median
25
75th
28
136
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$30,419/yr
In-State Tuition$14,297/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$14,773/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Good4-Year Cost
$59,092
10-Year Earnings
$534,930
ROI Multiple
9.1×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at Wayne State University
Student Outcomes
58%
Graduation Rate
Within 6 years
$53k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
15,676
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
