ATMAE Accreditation at Wayne State College
Wayne State College's industrial technology programs, including Construction Management, Manufacturing Management, Drafting and Design, and Safety Management, are accredited by the Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE).
ATMAE accreditation ensures that our programs meet rigorous standards for quality in education and training, and that our graduates are well-prepared to enter the workforce.
Wayne State achieved accreditation in November 2022 and will be eligible for reaffirmation in 2026.
ATMAE is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) as the specialized accreditor for “associate, baccalaureate, and master’s degree programs in technology, applied technology, engineering technology, and technology-related disciplines delivered by national or regional accredited institution in the United States.” ATMAE has been accrediting technology degree programs since 1974.
View our ATMAE accreditation status
Student performance and achievement information
| Student Performance Indicator | Industrial Technology – Construction Management | Industrial Technology - Drafting & Design | Industrial Technology – Manufacturing Management | Industrial Technology – Safety Management | Engineering Technology |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Graduation Rate (% Graduated in 4 years) |
64% | 63% | N/A | N/A | 40% |
|
Retention Rate (Average for 5 years ending 2024) |
81% | 87% | N/A | 90% | 60% |
|
Mean GPA -Graduating Class (5 years ended May, 2025) |
3.41 | 3.56 | N/A | 3.34 | 3.41 |
| Average Years to Complete the Degree (most recent cohort) | 3.75 | 3.63 | N/A | 4.13 | 3.92 |
| Career Placement Rate | 100% | 100% | N/A | 100% | 100% |
- N/A = Fewer than five graduates during the reporting period
- Tuition expenses for program completion (AY 2025–2026): 120 credit hours at the current tuition rate of $201.90 per hour equals $24,228. See Undergraduate Cost of Attendance page for details.
- Availability of awards and scholarships: Information about all scholarships and applications is available on the Wayne State College Scholarships page.
