Fall Semester Begins

Classes for the Fall 2022 semester begin the week of Aug. 22. Week of Welcome (WOW) is Aug. 19-26 for first-year students.

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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.

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Our Tuition Guarantee

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

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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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Application is easy, and it's free. Whether you're a first-time student, graduate student, transfer student, or international student, there's no cost to apply - ever.

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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.

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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.

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Why I Chose Wayne State

Wayne State is a public college in Nebraska that has received several accolades for it's 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.