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We are devoted to student success.

For more than 100 years, Wayne State College has been devoted to student success and regional service. We are best known for our friendly atmosphere, exceptional academic reputation, success of our graduates and affordability.

Who We Are

We are a comprehensive college devoted to freedom of inquiry, excellence in teaching and learning, and regional service and development. Learn more about our Strategic Plan, Sustainability, Mission and Vision, and Outreach.

Who We Are

The Only One in Nebraska

We are the only public college or university in Nebraska to receive recognition in the 2012, 2013 and 2014 U.S.News and World Report annual college guides, the Washington Monthly College Guide and Rankings, and Colleges of Distinction.

Recent Accolades

U.S.NEWS AND WORLD REPORT
Ranked 21st among public universities in the Midwest
Ranked 72nd among all regional universities 

WASHINGTON MONTHLY COLLEGE GUIDE AND RANKINGS
Highest overall score of any public institution in Nebraska
Ranked second for community service participation 

A MILITARY FRIENDLY COLLEGE
Named to the 2013 and 2014 Military Friendly Schools List

Commitment to Service

COMMUNITY SERVICE HONOR ROLL
Named to the President's Higher Education Community Service Roll three years in a row

Far from Normal

We started as Nebraska Normal College, a teacher's college, in 1891. More than 125 years later, 1 out of 10 Nebraska teachers holds at least one degree from Wayne State.

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Our People Make the Difference

Our students tell us they chose Wayne State because it feels like home, a second family. Our family is made up of 123 full-time faculty, 81% of which have their terminal degree. We are led by President Marysz Rames, who was selected to lead the college in June 2015.

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More than 90 academic programs
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Our student enrollment is 3,513
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Our student to faculty ratio is 20:1
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