Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 009168
- Phone: (330) 263-2000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
95.45%FINANCIAL AID RATE
89%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
15:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
16FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$6,244Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Wright State University (Wooster)
1189 Beall Avenue, Wooster, OH
Wright State University, located in Dayton, Ohio, was founded in 1961 as an extension campus for both Ohio State University and Miami University. A tract of land was purchased in Dayton to accommodate the new campus, followed shortly by the construction of Allyn Hall, one of the founders of the school. The school opened its doors in 1964 to over 3,200 students and a faculty of 55. By 1965 the school petitioned the state to become a separate institution, and began searching for a new name to identify itself with. In 1967 the school achieved the enrollment numbers necessary to become a separate school, choosing the name Wright State University in honor of Dayton's Wright brothers. The school quickly received accreditation, as well as building new facilities to meet the demands of its increased enrollment. Today the school enrolls nearly 25,000 undergraduates and graduates.
Academics
Wright State University offers a large number of majors at the undergraduate and graduate levels allowing students to identify and enroll in the program that best suit s their academic and career interests. These programs offers general education courses, mandatory for every student, along with lower and upper division courses relating to one's major. Additionally, a large number of minors are available, allowing students to pursue separate interests or augment their major with a useful minor. Graduate programs require a separate application for admission, a bachelor's degree, and usually a certain minimum score on the GRE exam.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrollment at Wright State University must complete the application for admission, including the essay, as well as supply all pertinent transcripts and standardized test scores. Once received, the student's application will be reviewed, taking into consideration academics, extracurricular activities, test scores, writing ability and more. A determination for admission will be made as soon as possible, followed by a notification to the applicant through mail. Once admitted, students should meet with an academic advisor to plan their curriculum and prepare for registration, which begins shortly before each semester.
Financial Aid is available in the form of loans, grants, work study programs, and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the resulting information from which will be used by the school to determine need, eligibility and awards. Some students may be required to provide additional financial information prior to the disbursement of aid awards in order to determine the accuracy of the information provided. Scholarships are also available and awarded for a variety of reasons. Students may visit the school's financial aid website for a list of available scholarships.
Athletics
The Wright State University Raiders participate in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I Horizon League for intercollegiate sports. Such programs allow students to experience personal and group success in an organized setting designed to promote healthy competition. Additionally students learn a variety of skills, such as teamwork and discipline, which assist in developing a successful academic and professional career. As only a limited number of positions are available at the intercollegiate level, the school also offers intramural sports teams allowing students to compete against one another on campus in a fun and friendly atmosphere. Intercollegiate programs have varying start dates throughout the year. Students interested in trying out should contact or visit the athletic department to check dates and times for try outs regarding their desired sport.
Intercollegiate sport programs:
- Baseball (Men Only)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf (Men Only)
- Soccer
- Softball (Women Only)
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field (Women Only)
- Volleyball (Women Only)
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give you an idea of the students Wright State University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at Wright State University is about 14,000, where graduate students make up roughly 13% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $14,100. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $30 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- State Residents: $9,100-$11,000
- Out-of-State: $18,000-$21,940
- Part-time students are charged:
- State Residents: $410-$490 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $830-$1,000 per credit unit
- Some programs may have a frozen tuition rate, which means the tuition will stay the same for up to five years.
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 89% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 75% | $6,613 |
Receiving Student Loans | 62% | $6,025 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Wright State University may provide services to students like those listed below:- Online course work available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assisting students to find work
- Day care for children
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.) Program
- Medical (M.D.) Program
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Graduate Level Public Health (Outside School of Public Health) Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Wright State University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Horizon League)
- Basketball (Horizon League)
- Track and Field (Horizon League)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Wright State University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, M)
- Physiology (M)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Finance (B)
- Accounting (B, M)
- Human Resources (B, C)
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management (B, M)
- Information Systems (B, C, M)
- Management Science (C)
- International Business (B)
- Organizational and Nonprofit Management
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
Education
Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering (B, M)
- Electrical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Biomedical Engineering (B, M)
- Materials Engineering (B, M)
- Engineering (D, M)
- Manufacturing Engineer
English Language and Literature
- English (B, C, M)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B, D, M)
- Medicine (D)
- Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling (B, M)
- Public Health (B, C, M)
- PreMed Studies (C)
- Medical Technology (B)
- Nursing Science (D)
- Healthcare Administration (C)
History
- History (B, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B, M)
- Statistics (B, M)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Religious Studies (B)
- Philosophy (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
- Counseling Psychology (M)
- Clinical Psychology (C, D, M)
- Organizational Psychology (D, M)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B, M)
- Public Administration (M)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Social Sciences
- Criminology (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Sociology (B, C)
- Economics (B, M)
- Anthropology (B)
- Cartography and GIS (C)
- Geography (B)
- Urban Studies (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Music (B, M)
- Dance (B)
- Theatre Design and Technology (B)
- Art History (B)
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- Central State University in Independence, OH (11 miles away)
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- Indiana University - East in New Albany, IN (44 miles away)
- University of Cincinnati in Cincinnati, OH (51 miles away)
- Northern Kentucky University in Florence, KY (55 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 009168
- Phone: (330) 263-2000
- School Homepage