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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Summer Camps at WSC
Wayne State College will be hosting a variety of camps this summer, including music, art, filmmaking, crime scene investigation, and sports. Registration is open now for these camps.

New Student Registration
New Student Registration (NSR) is a program for new students who are ready to enroll in classes beginning Fall 2022. Program sessions run in May, June, and July. All first-time freshmen are encouraged to attend. Hurry, dates are filling fast!

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.
Become a Wildcat!
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.
Visit Us
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 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.
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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
100%
recent grads employed or in grad school*
*based on the most recent graduate survey from 2018-19 of 521 students (84% response rate)
Upcoming Events
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Apr 20toJul 31
Juried Art Show
Show runs from April 20 through summer. -
Jun
25Elite Prospect Football Camp (June 25)
A light-contact (high and hard) padded individual camp where WSC coaches have the opportunity to teach and develop football fundamentals and techniques. For students entering grades 9-12. -
Jun
26-288-Man Team Football Camp (June 26-28)
A full-contact (high and hard) padded team camp where players and coaches have the opportunity to develop fundamentals and techniques as well as team objectives. -
Jul
6-7Elite Volleyball Camp
A volleyball camp for junior high and high school students. -
Jul
8JV/Varsity Volleyball Team Camp (July 8)
A volleyball camp for junior varsity and varsity teams. -
Jul
9Planetarium Show: Oasis in Space
Oasis in Space transports you on a startling and beautiful voyage. -
Jul
9Planetarium Show: Earth, Moon, and Sun
This planetarium show explores the relationship between the Earth, moon, and sun.
News
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No Tuition Increase at Wayne State College
For the second straight year, the Board of Trustees of the Nebraska State College System (NSCS) froze tuition at Chadron State, Peru State, and Wayne State College for the 2022-23 academic year.
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Spring 2022 Dean's List
Nearly 1,200 students made the Wayne State College dean's list for Spring 2022.
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WSC Business Programs Reaccredited by IACBE
The programs are accredited through April 2029.
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Sun, Earth, Universe Exhibit Now on Display at the WSC Natural History Museum
Open through December, the Sun, Earth, and Universe exhibition features our planet, the solar system, and the universe. The Natural History Museum is located in the Carhart Science Building.
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WSC Selects 46 Students for Rural Health Opportunities Program
Established in 1989 and successfully launching health care careers ever since, RHOP is a unique cooperative program between Wayne State and UNMC to meet the health care needs of rural communities.