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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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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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Dec 6toJan 20
Piano Lessons or Voice Lessons Registration
Sign up now for piano lessons or voice lessons, available as part of the WSC Music Academy. Lessons are for all ages and will be from Jan. 20 through May 2. -
Jan
13-17Spring Semester Classes Begin
Spring 2025 classes begin this week. -
Jan
20Martin Luther King Jr. Day Events
No classes are held on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Other events to recognize the day are planned. -
Jan
22Visiting Artist Series - Take Your Time (Artist Talk and Opening Reception)
Show is by Terry Ratzlaff. Artist's talk is in Connell Hall, Room 131, followed by the opening reception in Nordstrand. -
Jan 22toMar 19
Visiting Artist Series: Take Your Time
Show is by Terry Ratzlaff and runs from Jan. 22 to March 19. -
Jan
22Wildcat Career Clothing Closet Pop-up (January 22)
Students can pick up free, gently worn career clothes for their next interview or the upcoming career fair. -
Jan
25Honor Band Concert
Wayne State College's Honor Band event concludes with junior high and high school students performing a concert. -
Jan
30Trumpet Duo: Brandon Loos and Michael Genslinger
Dr. Brandon Loos and Michael Genslinger will perform together on trumpets.
News
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Stearns Hall Open House Scheduled for Jan. 8
The public is invited to view Wayne State College's new residence hall from 3 to 6 p.m.
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Service-Learning Program Wraps Up for Fall 2024 Semester
The 2024-25 academic year also marks the 25th anniversary of the Service-Learning Program.
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Ruth to Receive Theatre Road Warrior Award
WSC theatre professor Rusty Ruth will receive the award in January during the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival.
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Registration Open for Spring 2025 Music Academy
Lessons run from Jan. 20 through May 2. The lessons may be in piano or voice, or other instruments are possible upon request.
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2024 Planetarium and Laser Shows Conclude Dec. 20-21
"The Sistine Chapel" will be Friday and two showings of "Season of Light" will be Saturday. A holiday laser show will follow each showing.