WSC Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $8,171
- Out-of-State Tuition: $8,171
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at WSC:
- Total Enrollment: 4,666, including 720 online students
- 3,902 Undergraduate, 764 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 39.4% men, 60.6% women.
- This is a lower medium-sized institution, balancing resources and a sense of community.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 52%. Moderate graduation rate, typical for many institutions.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 31%. A significant portion of students transfer to other institutions.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 72%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 70 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 11 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 12 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's.
WSC Overview
Wayne State College (WSC) is a four-year, public school located in Wayne, NE. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.
The WSC's tuition & fees is $8,171 for Nebraska residents and $8,171 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 64% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $7,887.
The school has a total enrollment of 4,666 and the students to faculty ratio is 19 to 1 (5.26%).
WSC ranked 9th in Nebraska Colleges rankings. Wayne State College is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Wayne State College is $8,171 for in-state students and $8,171 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $5,784 for in-state students and $10,194 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $8,427 for Nebraska residents and $8,427 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $5,932 for Nebraska residents and $10,433 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $8,171 | $8,171 |
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| Graduate | $5,784 | $10,194 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $8,427 | $8,427 |
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| Graduate | $5,932 | $10,433 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Wayne State College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at WSC
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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