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Wayne State College Nebraska
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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.
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 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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Aug 28toSep 26
Visiting Artist Series - "Textures"
Show is by mother-daughter duo Judy and Amy Haney and runs through Sept. 26. -
Sep 11toOct 7
Career Clothing Drive
Donate gently used career clothing for WSC students to use. -
Sep
19Dead Rockstars
KWSC-FM students dress up as their favorite dead rockstars, spin vinyl, and hand out candy. -
Sep
20Planetarium Show: One World, One Sky - Big Bird's Adventure
"One World, One Sky" is a brilliant spectacle of light and color presented by Big Bird and Elmo. -
Sep
20Planetarium Laser Show: Laser Kids
A laser show for kids during Kids Weekend at the planetarium! -
Sep
21Planetarium Laser Show: Laser Kids (September 21)
A laser show for kids during Kids Weekend at the planetarium! -
Sep
21Planetarium Show: Zula Patrol
It's kids weekend at the planetarium! Learn about terrestrial and interplanetary weather with the Zula Patrol! -
Sep
25Guest Recital: Dr. Suna and Thomas Gunther
Featuring Dr. Suna Gunther, soprano, Thomas Gunther, baritone, and Shelly Armstrong on piano.
News
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Two WSC Students Make History at 2024 National Music Competition
Wayne State music students Emmett White and Elizabeth “Libby” Aschoff made history when they became the first WSC students to advance beyond the preliminary stage at a national singing competition.
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Student Spotlight: John Campbell
Part of the 2024-25 student spotlight series, featuring John Campbell of Grand Island, Neb.
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FBLA, Food Pantry Holding 2024 Career Clothing Drive for Students
Gently used career clothing items can be donated at various locations in Wayne and on campus.
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'Kids Weekend' Theme for Free Planetarium Shows on Sept. 20-21, 2024
The scheduled shows are “One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure” and “Laser Kids” on Friday and “Zula Patrol: Under the Weather” and “Laser Kids” on Saturday.
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Wayne State Foundation to Present 2024 Outstanding Alumni, Service Awards
The Wayne State Foundation will present Outstanding Alumni Awards and the Foundation Service Award at the alumni banquet Saturday, Oct. 5.