Wayne State College
About Wayne State College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Wayne State College is a public college in Wayne, Nebraska. It offers affordable programs in business, education, criminal justice, and psychology, serving as a key regional institution in northeast Nebraska.
Founded
1910
Location
Wayne, Nebraska
Students
3,774
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
52.2%
Below national average
Tuition
$8,216
Per year
Avg Net Price
$15,360
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$47,075
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
52.2% complete their degree within six years
Retention
72.4%
4-Year Grad
32%
6-Year Grad
50%
Teaching Quality
22:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
49.8%
$/Student
$7.0K
Class Size
Large
The 32% graduation rate is below average, but 72.4% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$8,216
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$10,142
Books & Supplies
$1,536
Total Cost of Attendance
$22,565
After Financial Aid
$15,360
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$12,844
Receive Grants
25.8%
Take Loans
32.4%
The total cost of attendance runs about $22,565/yr, including $10,142 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $15,360.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Wayne State College fund their education.
While in School
25.8%
Get Grants
Free money
32.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$56,926
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$19,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$201/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 32.4% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $19,000. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Wayne State College.
Gender
56.8%
Female
43%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,010
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
764
Graduates
34.2%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
7.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 57% of the student body. 34.2% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 6% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
3,010
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Wayne State College fields 9 varsity teams with 430 student athletes, about 14% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II with football
Conference
Northern Sun
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
430
14% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
55% / 45%
238
Men
192
Women
4
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Wayne State Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$47,075
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$43K
155 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$41K
84 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$42K
77 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
$43K
63 grads
1yr Earnings
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians
$55K
43 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$33K
39 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $41K six years out, growing to $47K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.