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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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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.
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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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Jan 17toMar 20
Art Exhibit: Sophie Isaak
Exhibit runs through March 20. -
Feb 19toMay 3
Apply to Be a Peer Tutor
The Holland Academic Success Center is hiring peer tutors for the Fall 2024 semester. Application is due May 3. -
Mar
19Faculty Recital: Josh Calkin
Featuring Dr. Josh Calkin on tuba. -
Mar
22Civic Engagement Award Applications Due
The Dr. Ron Holt Civic Engagement Award provides $500 to a 2023-24 WSC graduate who has made service and leadership an integral component of his or her college experience. -
Mar
22Flat Water States Communication Conference
A conference featuring keynote speakers and student research projects. -
Mar
22Planetarium Laser Show: Laser 60s
An intense and exciting experience for all ages! -
Mar
22Nebraska Junior Academy of Science Fair
For young scientists from all over Northeast Nebraska! -
Mar
22Planetarium Show: Seeing! A Photon's Journey Through Time, Space, and Mind
Explore the fascinating processes of the cosmos.
News
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Students to Present Research Projects at 2024 Communication Conference
The Flat Water States Undergraduate Communication Research Conference, free and open to the public, will be held in Wayne State’s Humanities Building on March 22.
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Dr. Josh Calkin Faculty Recital Set for March 19, 2024
The faculty tuba recital, free and open to the public, is at 7:30 p.m. in Ley Theatre.
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About 700 Students Attend WSC's 2024 Middle School Music Festival
The March 5-6 festival featured solo performances, small ensembles, and large ensembles.
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Free Planetarium and Laser Shows March 15-16, 2024
The scheduled shows are “Firefall” and “Laser Fun” on Friday, and “Cosmology” and “Laser Classic Rock” on Saturday.
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Peking Acrobats to Conclude 2023-24 Black & Gold Series
The Peking Acrobats bring their highly acclaimed performance to Ramsey Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 10.