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Wayne State College Nebraska

WSC Announces New Athletic and Recreation Facility
Wayne State College athletics has announced plans to construct a $26.5-million athletic and recreation facility renovation project, which includes the addition of an air-supported indoor structure and major renovations to the Recreation Center, Rice Auditorium and the Kirk Gardner Indoor Athletic Complex.

Our Tuition Guarantee
The new state college Tuition Guarantee ensures Pell-qualified students can attend Wayne State College tuition-free.

New! One Rate at Wayne State
Our new universal in-state tuition rate saves out-of-state students nearly $6,000 per year on tuition costs. The new rate applies to all new and returning undergraduate students in Fall 2021, as long as they are taking in-person classes.
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Wayne State College has the programs you want at prices you can afford. We're nationally-ranked for academic excellence and consistently rated as being more affordable than other four-year colleges and universities in Nebraska. Explore our programs, tour our campus, and join the Wildcats!
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The best way to see if we're right for you is to visit. We offer several visit options for students and parents alike, including our virtual visit experience.
Explore Costs
We're rated as the most affordable four-year college in the region. We also provide generous financial aid and scholarships to defray your remaining costs.
Why I Chose Wayne State
Wayne State is a public college in Nebraska that has received several accolades for its academic excellence and successful graduate outcomes. Students choose to earn their degree at WSC for a variety of reasons. Not only do we offer top-notch programs, we're also rated as the most affordable of other universities and four-year colleges in Nebraska. And with all the clubs, intramurals, and activities on campus, you'll never get bored. But, you don't have to take our word for it. Hear what students are saying about Wayne State College.
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Wayne State at a Glance
3,890
students
22:1
student-to-faculty ratio
130+
programs of study
100+
clubs and organizations
99.8%
recent grads employed or in grad school*
*based on the most recent graduate survey from 2020-21 of 597 students (88% response rate)
Upcoming Events
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Jan 18toMar 24
Art Exhibit: Wanderings - A Walk in the Woods
Exhibit runs through March 24, 2023. -
Jan
27Focus on You Friday (January 27)
A day for high school seniors to visit Wayne State College. -
Jan
27Planetarium Laser Show: Laser Classic Rock
An intense and exciting experience for all ages! -
Jan
27Planetarium Show: Cosmic Colors
Explore the amazing rainbow of cosmic light through "Cosmic Colors." -
Jan
28Planetarium Show: Oasis in Space
Oasis in Space transports you on a startling and beautiful voyage. -
Jan
28Honor Band Concert
Wayne State College's Honor Band event concludes with junior high and high school students performing a concert. -
Jan
28Planetarium Laser Show: Laser Pink Floyd
An intense and exciting experience for all ages!
News
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'Between the Lines' Premiere Set for Feb. 21 at Majestic Theatre
A movie written and produced by Shelby Hagerdon '21.
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Guest Recital at WSC Reveres Women Composers
Dr. Nancy Williams gives a clarinet recital Feb. 14 in Ley Theatre.
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Voctave’s Vocal Magic Marks the Opening of Newly Renovated Ramsey Theatre
Performance is at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 22. It is part of the Black and Gold Performing Arts Series.
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Classes Canceled at Noon Wednesday Until 12:30 p.m. Thursday
Classes are canceled from 12 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 18, until 12:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 19.
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Planetarium's Spring 2023 Season Begins Jan. 20
Shows are Fridays and Saturdays and include planetarium and laser shows. February features a special event for Black History Month.