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Detroit, Michigan is home to Wayne State. Detroit is a large city. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Wayne State go up to the Doctoral degree.
Students at the school can choose among many degree programs. Students commonly pursue studies in engineering and family and social work.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants.
Wayne State has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at the school is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
Wayne State has 32,160 enrolled students (as of 2005).
A lot of students at the school attend part-time. Wayne State offers students meal plans. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.
More complete details are provided below.
Wayne State University
656 West Kirby Street
Detroit, MI 48202
General Phone: (313) 577-2424
Admissions Phone: (313) 577-3577
Financial Aid Phone: (313) 577-3378
http://www.wayne.edu
Wayne State awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education And Teaching | 987 | elementary school teaching, secondary teaching, educational supervision, school counseling, special ed, educational administration, instructional media design, social studies teaching, ... |
| Business And Management | 784 | business management, organizational behavior, finance, marketing, accounting, MIS, logistics, labor relations, ... |
| Liberal Arts | 638 | library science, interdisciplinary studies, English, political science, sociology, economics, history, anthropology, ... |
| Engineering | 449 | mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, civil engineering, industrial engineering, biomedical engineering, chemical engineering, manufacturing engineering, environmental engineering, ... |
| Medicine | 380 | medicine, pharmaceutics and drug design, pharmacy, gerontology, medical scientist, health professions, pharmacy administration, medical physics |
| Family And Social Work | 361 | social work, food and nutrition, public administration, family studies, foodservice management |
| Therapy And Counseling | 288 | psychology, communication disorders, school psychology, physical therapy, educational psychology, genetic counseling, mental and social health services, substance abuse counseling, ... |
| Science | 259 | biology, chemistry, biological and biomedical sciences, physics, radiation biology, physiology, oncology, biotechnology, ... |
| Law | 242 | law, banking and finance, legal research, tax law |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 213 | registered nursing, nurse anesthetist, various nursing, neonatal nursing, adult health nursing, community nurse, mental health nursing |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 139 | computer and info science, computer engineering, computer science, information science |
| Media | 139 | communication studies, radio and television, public relations, journalism |
| Art Studies | 97 | art studies |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 81 | criminal justice and safety |
| Medical Assistant And Technician | 70 | physician assistant, clinical lab tech, allied health and medical assisting, radiation therapist, audiology, speech pathology |
| Engineering Technician | 68 | mechanical engineering tech, electronics tech, engineering technology, hazardous materials tech, computer systems tech, industrial tech, industrial production tech, manufacturing tech, ... |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 58 | sports and fitness management, occupational therapy, dietitian, vocational counseling, parks and recreation studies |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 40 | drama, dance |
| Music | 38 | music, music performance |
| Mathematics | 37 | mathematics, statistics, applied mathematics |
| Funeral And Mortuary Science | 29 | funeral and mortuary |
| Construction Trades | 29 | apparel and textile marketing |
| Medical Adminstration | 12 | occupational health, health care administration |
| Religion And Philosophy | 9 | philosophy |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 8 | film studies |
| Architecture And Planning | 6 | urban planning |
| Fine Arts | 5 | art history and criticism |
Number of programs and degrees for Wayne State in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 2,347 | 114 |
| Bachelor's degree | 2,293 | 89 |
| First-professional degree | 509 | 3 |
| Doctor's degree | 173 | 49 |
| Post-master's certificate | 127 | 25 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 17 | 5 |
In 2005, Wayne State had a total enrollment of 32,160 students (23,437 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 44% |
| Women | 56% |
| Full-Time | 82% |
| Part-Time | 18% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 62% |
| Graduate | 33% |
| First Professional | 5% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 50% |
| Black | 27% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 5% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 7% |
| (Foreign Students) | 8% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 15% |
| 20-21 | 13% |
| 22-24 | 21% |
| 25-29 | 21% |
| 30-34 | 11% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Michigan | 95% |
| Foreign countries | 3% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 74 % |
| Part-Time | 36 % |
Wayne State offers campus housing for 4,549 of its 23,437 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Detroit, Michigan for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 9,680 | 6,083 | 63% | 3,120 | 51% |
| Men | 3,936 | 2,468 | 63% | 1,368 | 55% |
| Women | 5,744 | 3,615 | 63% | 1,752 | 48% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 15 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 15 | 25 |
| ACT Composite | 16 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 73% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (313) 577-3577
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 5,208 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 11,074 |
| Room and board | $ 5,350 |
| Room charge | $ 4,175 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 1,175 |
| Books and supplies | $ 835 |
| Other expenses | $ 4,340 |
Financial Aid:
Wayne State participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 232900)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (313) 577-3378
Wayne State has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 55 | $130,862 | 6 | $110,683 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 28 | $99,370 | 20 | $94,009 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 26 | $72,621 | 29 | $73,630 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 2 | * | 4 | $58,198 |
| Lecturer | calendar year | 10 | $59,408 | 10 | $58,893 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 121 | $103,998 | 69 | $79,729 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 209 | $97,218 | 47 | $93,654 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 145 | $74,574 | 76 | $70,100 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 93 | $61,734 | 84 | $59,570 |
| Instructor | academic year | 4 | $60,834 | 26 | $55,690 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 51 | $43,685 | 76 | $44,365 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 502 | $78,375 | 309 | $63,278 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Track | Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 188 | 119 | 307 |
| Football | 75 | 0 | 75 |
| Baseball | 31 | 0 | 31 |
| Basketball | 14 | 16 | 30 |
| Track | 9 | 11 | 20 |
| All Other Sports | 59 | 92 | 151 |
ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING
City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Finance, General
Human Resources Management and Services, Other
Labor and Industrial Relations
Logistics and Materials Management
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Organizational Behavior Studies
Taxation
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer Science
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Information Science/Studies
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Apparel and Textile Marketing Management
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Dance, General
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
Bilingual and Multilingual Education
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Curriculum and Instruction
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education/Teaching Individuals - Speech or Language Impairments
Educational Evaluation and Research
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision
Educational/Instructional Media Design
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Foreign Language Teacher Education
Health Teacher Education
Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
Mathematics Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Psychology Teacher Education
Reading Teacher Education
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Social Studies Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
Technical Teacher Education
ENGINEERING
Biomedical/Medical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering, General
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering, Other
Engineering/Industrial Management
Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Manufacturing Engineering
Materials Science
Mechanical Engineering
Petroleum Engineering
Polymer/Plastics Engineering
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Electromechanical Technology/Electromechanical Engineering Tech
Engineering Technology, General
Hazardous Materials Management and Waste Technology/Technician
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians, Other
Industrial Technology/Technician
Manufacturing Technology/Technician
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General
Foodservice Systems Administration/Management
Human Development and Family Studies, General
Public Administration
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
FUNERAL AND MORTUARY SCIENCE
Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, General
LAW
Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law (LLM, JSD/SJD)
Law (LLB, JD)
Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies, Other
Tax Law/Taxation (LLM, JSD/SJD)
LIBERAL ARTS
African-American/Black Studies
American/United States Studies/Civilization
Anthropology
Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General
Comparative Literature
East Asian Studies
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
French Language and Literature
Geography
German Language and Literature
History, General
Italian Language and Literature
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Library Science/Librarianship
Linguistics
Middle/Near Eastern/Semitic Languages, Lit & Linguistics, Other
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
Political Science and Government, General
Public/Applied History and Archival Administration
Russian Language and Literature
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Applied Mathematics
Mathematics, General
Statistics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Journalism
Public Relations/Image Management
Radio and Television
MEDICAL ADMINSTRATION
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
Occupational Health and Industrial Hygiene
MEDICAL ASSISTANT AND TECHNICIAN
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services, Other
Audiology/Audiologist and Hearing Sciences
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Physician Assistant
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
MEDICINE
Gerontology
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
Health/Medical Physics
Medical Scientist (MS, PhD)
Medicine (MD)
Pharmaceutics and Drug Design (MS, PhD)
Pharmacy (PharmD [USA], PharmD or BS/BPharm [Canada])
Pharmacy Administration/Policy/Regulatory Affairs (MS, PhD)
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Adult Health Nurse/Nursing
Maternal/Child Health and Neonatal Nurse/Nursing
Nurse Anesthetist
Nursing, Other
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse/Nursing
Public Health/Community Nurse/Nursing
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Dietetics/Dietitian (RD)
Occupational Therapy/Therapist
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling/Counselor
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Film/Cinema Studies
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
SCIENCE
Anatomy
Biochemistry/Biophysics and Molecular Biology
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Biophysics
Biotechnology
Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences, Other
Chemistry, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
Immunology
Microbiology, General
Molecular Biology
Neurobiology and Neurophysiology
Oncology and Cancer Biology
Pathology/Experimental Pathology
Physics, General
Physiology, General
Physiology, Pathology, and Related Sciences, Other
Radiation Biology/Radiobiology
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Communication Disorders, General
Educational Psychology
Genetic Counseling/Counselor
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy
Psychology, General
School Psychology
Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Wayne State Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of degrees in medicine (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 9% | |
| % students 40 years or older (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 13% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (air force) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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