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Wayne State University, also known as Wayne state or WSU, is a research intensive university located in Detroit, Michigan, United States. It was established in the year 1868. The main campus is spread across an area of 203 acres. The university is organized into the following schools and colleges:
WSU’s sports teams are nicknamed the Warriors. They compete in the NCAA Division II in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) for all sports except ice hockey. Their women's ice hockey program participates at the NCAA Division I level in the College Hockey America (CHA) conference.
Students at the school can choose among many degree programs. Students commonly pursue studies in engineering.
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 32,380 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008).
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
http://www.wayne.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education and Teaching | 949 | elementary school teaching, secondary teaching, special ed, educational administration, physical education teaching, social studies teaching, school counseling, educational supervision, ... |
| Business and Management | 814 | business management, accounting, organizational behavior, marketing, finance, MIS, logistics, labor relations, ... |
| Liberal Arts | 796 | library science, interdisciplinary studies, English, political science, sociology, history, economics, anthropology, ... |
| Engineering | 457 | electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, civil engineering, biomedical engineering, industrial engineering, engineering management, chemical engineering, manufacturing engineering, ... |
| Science | 396 | biology, chemistry, biological and biomedical sciences, physics, radiation biology, biotechnology, geology, molecular biology, ... |
| Therapy and Counseling | 393 | psychology, communication disorders, physical therapy, school psychology, educational psychology, genetic counseling, mental and social health services |
| Family and Social Work | 379 | social work, public administration, food and nutrition, family studies |
| Medicine | 362 | medicine, pharmacy, health professions, public health, pharmaceutics and drug design, gerontology, medical physics, medical scientist |
| Law | 243 | law, banking and finance, tax law, legal research |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 185 | registered nursing, nurse anesthetist, adult health nursing, various nursing, neonatal nursing, nursing science, mental health nursing |
| Media | 178 | communication studies, journalism, public relations, radio and television |
| Art Studies | 132 | art studies |
| Medical Support and Technology | 106 | physician assistant, clinical lab tech, radiation therapist, pathology assistant, audiology |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 105 | computer and info science, computer engineering, computer science, information science |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 89 | criminal justice and safety |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 85 | sports and fitness management, dietitian, occupational therapy, vocational counseling |
| Engineering Technician | 81 | mechanical engineering tech, electronics tech, engineering technology, manufacturing tech, computer systems tech, industrial tech, hazardous materials tech, electromechanical tech |
| Music | 52 | music, music performance |
| Mathematics | 48 | mathematics, statistics, applied mathematics |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 48 | drama, dance |
| Construction Trades | 31 | apparel and textile marketing |
| Medical Administration | 17 | occupational health, environmental health |
| Funeral and Mortuary Science | 14 | funeral direction |
| Religion and Philosophy | 12 | philosophy |
| Photography and Commercial Art | 11 | film studies |
| Architecture and Planning | 11 | urban planning |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 8 | environmental science |
| Fine Arts | 4 | art history and criticism |
Number of programs and degrees for Wayne State in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 2,781 | 81 |
| Master's degree | 2,271 | 103 |
| First-professional degree | 537 | 3 |
| Doctor's degree | 221 | 44 |
| Post-master's certificate | 162 | 24 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 34 | 5 |
In 2007-2008, Wayne State had a total enrollment of 32,380 students (21,697 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 40% |
| Women | 60% |
| Full-Time | 90% |
| Part-Time | 10% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 64% |
| Graduate | 30% |
| First Professional | 6% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 50% |
| Black | 27% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 6% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 7% |
| (Foreign Students) | 7% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 15% |
| 20-21 | 14% |
| 22-24 | 22% |
| 25-29 | 20% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Michigan | 95% |
| (International Students) | 2% |
| State unknown | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 69 % |
| Part-Time | 37 % |
Wayne State offers campus housing for 1,663 of its 21,697 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Detroit, Michigan for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Michigan Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 9,743 | 7,690 | 79% | 2,917 | 38% |
| Men | 3,728 | 2,874 | 77% | 1,159 | 40% |
| Women | 6,015 | 4,816 | 80% | 1,758 | 36% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 16 | 23 |
| ACT Math | 16 | 23 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 23 |
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 | 93% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 8,109 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 17,379 |
| Room and board | $ 6,932 |
| Room charge | $ 4,452 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,480 |
| Books and supplies | $ 950 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,800 |
Financial Aid:
Wayne State participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 232900)
Wayne State has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 572 | 198 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 148 | 114 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 381 | 362 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 47 | $146,022 | 11 | $129,137 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 27 | $109,432 | 16 | $113,377 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 25 | $81,020 | 48 | $82,848 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 8 | $84,564 |
| Lecturer | calendar year | 10 | $65,427 | 14 | $66,847 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 110 | $114,358 | 97 | $90,965 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 190 | $110,398 | 44 | $105,470 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 137 | $85,820 | 96 | $78,938 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 115 | $72,011 | 95 | $66,733 |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 21 | $63,733 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 45 | $51,558 | 69 | $49,965 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 489 | $88,897 | 325 | $71,828 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| 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 (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 191 | 120 | 311 |
| Football | 80 | 0 | 80 |
| Basketball | 13 | 15 | 28 |
| Baseball | 25 | 0 | 25 |
| Track | 9 | 9 | 18 |
| All Other Sports | 64 | 96 | 160 |
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ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Finance, General
Human Resources Management and Services, Other
Labor Studies
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
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
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
Educational Evaluation and Research
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
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Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Foreign Language Teacher Education
Health Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Reading Teacher Education
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Social Studies Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other
Technical Teacher Education
ENGINEERING
Biomedical/Medical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering, General
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering, Other
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Industrial Engineering
Manufacturing Engineering
Materials Science
Mechanical Engineering
Petroleum Engineering
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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 Technology/Technician
Manufacturing Technology/Technician
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General
Human Development and Family Studies, General
Public Administration
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
FUNERAL AND MORTUARY SCIENCE
Funeral Direction/Service
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
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
Slavic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General
Sociology
Urban Studies/Affairs
MATHEMATICS
Applied Mathematics
Mathematics, General
Statistics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Journalism
Public Relations/Image Management
Radio and Television
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Environmental Health
Occupational Health and Industrial Hygiene
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Audiology/Audiologist and Hearing Sciences
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Pathology/Pathologist Assistant
Physician Assistant
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])
Public Health, General (MPH, DPH)
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Adult Health Nurse/Nursing
Maternal/Child Health and Neonatal Nurse/Nursing
Nurse Anesthetist
Nursing Science (MS, PhD)
Nursing, Other
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse/Nursing
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Dietetics/Dietitian (RD)
Occupational Therapy/Therapist
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
Biotechnology
Chemistry, General
Environmental Toxicology
Geology/Earth Science, General
Immunology
Molecular Biology
Molecular Toxicology
Neurobiology and Neurophysiology
Oncology and Cancer Biology
Pathology/Experimental Pathology
Physics, General
Physiology, General
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
Psychology, General
School Psychology
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What Sets Wayne State Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Number of students (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 10% | |
| % of degrees in engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % students 40 years or older (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad 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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