Wright State University

Wright State University Overview

Wright State University is a public, state school in a suburban setting in Dayton, Ohio. Wright State University was founded in 1964 and now enrolls around 10,936 students a year, including 8,332 undergrads. Wright State University offers on-campus housing for students. Most students live in off campus housing.

There are many ways for students to get involved at Wright State University! Love music or performing? Sing in a chorus or perform with one of Wright State University's theater groups.

Interested in journalism or communications? Wright State University students can write for the campus newspaper, host a radio show or be a producer for the student-run television channel.

Thinking of pledging? Wright State University has fraternities and sororities.

Planning to play sports? Wright State University has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Wright State University on the Student Life page.

Learn more about life at Wright State University on the Student Life page.

Mark your calendar! August 20, 2022 is the final deadline to submit an application for Fall. Regular decision applicants for Fall 2022 should find out if they got admitted by October 1.

Is Wright State University a Good School?

There is no one way to define a "good" college or university. Admissions difficulty and admitted student statistics can give you a sense of how selective a university is, but they don't say much about the quality of the education or the student experience. However, there are a few good ways to get a better sense how satisfied students are and how well a school supports its student body.

Let's take a look at all of these areas to get a clearer idea of what Wright State University offers and if it sounds like a good choice for you.

2021 Acceptance Rate for Wright State University

It is slightly difficult to get into Wright State University. Around 96% of applicants get into Wright State University each year. Out of 5,226 applications received in 2021, 4,998 students were offered admission.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Wright State University

Retention is the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. This is a way to get a sense of how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Out of all the first-year, full-time undergrads who start at Wright State University, around 65% come back their sophomore year. Around 43% of students who started at Wright State University earn their Bachelor's degrees within six years. The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outlook Wright State University Graduates

Job placement statistics for recent graduates can give you a sense of the return on investment a school offers.

Check with Wright State University directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Wright State University

Cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need. Wright State University meets 62.2% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. First-year students that attend Wright State University full-time are awarded $12,392 a year in financial aid, on average.

Students in the class of 2021 who had taken out student loans graduated with an average of $28,592 of debt. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2022-2023 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2021

Some financial aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA as soon as you can. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so don't give your money (or info!) to any website that claim you do.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Wright State University. Based on this information, how does Wright State University sound? Remember, the best school for one person may be a terrible fit for another! So ask yourself: Is Wright State University a good school for you?

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Where is Wright State University Located?

Wright State University is located in the suburban setting of Dayton, Ohio, less than an hour from Dayton and Columbus and Cincinnati.

If you want to see Wright State University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 675/70/75 to Dayton, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Dayton International Airport.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Wright State University and Dayton are like without leaving home.

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