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ACT
21/28
SAT
1000/1210
Estimated Cost
$26,289
Financial Aid
$31,148
Students
20,000 and above
About Wayne State University
Wayne State University (WSU) is a public research university located in Detroit, Michigan. Founded in 1868, WSU consists of 13 schools and colleges offering nearly 350 programs to more than 27,000 graduate and undergraduate students. Wayne State University is Michigan's third-largest university and one of the 100 largest universities in the United States.
Wayne State University Rankings
Prepler rankings are based on rigorous and in-depth analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education.
2024 Best Colleges in America
#143 of 6828
2024 Best Colleges in Michigan
#3 of 171
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#2 of 72
Most Popular Majors
The most popular major at Wayne State University is Medical followed by Business Management, Engineering, Admin & Social Services and Education.
Graduation Rate
Graduation rate of college is a strong indicator of success of the college’s students in attaining their educational goals. Prepler defines graduation rate as the percentage of first-time, full-time students who graduated from Wayne State University within four or six years.
Notable Alumni
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