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Wayne State College

Wayne, NE·Public·https://www.wsc.edu/

Campus Identity

NCAA D2Graduate Programs

Wayne State College is a public university in Wayne, NE. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 61/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Wayne State College is a public university in Wayne, NE. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 61/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$5,700
In-State Tuition
+$1,918 fees
$5,700
Out-of-State Tuition
+$1,918 fees
$9,660
Room & Board
99 meals/week
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
NCAA D2
Athletics
Northern Sun Intercollegiate

Campus Lifestyle

Athletics

NCAA D2

Northern Sun Intercollegiate

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Town setting

Ski Access

84 miles

Mt. Crescent Ski Area

Weather

Cold Climate

40°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

84 mi away
50 skiable acres2 lifts
94 mi away
158 mi away
35 skiable acres4 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Wayne, NE

21°Jan25°Feb36°Mar48°Apr59°May70°Jun74°Jul72°Aug64°Sep50°Oct36°Nov25°Dec

Station: WAYNE · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

61/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety518648
51/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
86/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
48/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$5,700$5,700
Fees
$1,918$1,918
Room & Board
$9,660$9,660
Total
$17,278$17,278
In-StateOut-of-State
Meal Plan: 99 meals/week

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

48 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's
155 grads/yr$57,178
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsBachelor's
84 grads/yr$43,369
Criminal Justice and CorrectionsBachelor's
77 grads/yr$55,485
Curriculum and InstructionMaster's
70 grads/yr$64,269
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject AreasBachelor's
63 grads/yr$48,581

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Business Administration, Management and Operations
Master's39 grads$86,631
Educational Administration and Supervision
Master's58 grads$75,217
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians
Bachelor's43 grads$68,431
Curriculum and Instruction
Master's70 grads$64,269
Student Counseling and Personnel Services
Master's27 grads$62,404
Information Science/Studies
Bachelor's18 grads$59,871
Biology, General
Bachelor's39 grads$58,609
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Bachelor's155 grads$57,178
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Bachelor's77 grads$55,485
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Master's2 grads$50,398

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Wayne State College located?

Wayne State College is located in Wayne, NE. The main campus address is 1111 Main St, Wayne, NE. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Wayne State College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Wayne State College charges $5,700/year for in-state students and $5,700/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($9,660/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $7,618/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Wayne State College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Does Wayne State College have college sports?

Yes — Wayne State College competes at the NCAA D2 level in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate. Division II programs offer athletic scholarships and competitive sports programs while balancing academics and athletics.

Is Wayne State College the right fit for me?

Whether Wayne State College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($5,700/year out-of-state), campus culture in Wayne, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Wayne State College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Wayne State College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Wayne, NE
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Bachelor's, Master's, Certificates
NCAA
NCAA D2
Conference
Northern Sun Intercollegiate
School Year Weather
Cold · 40°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
61/100
Nearest Airport
Norfolk, NE (OFK) · 28 mialso SUX (34 mi), YKN (50 mi)

Location

Wayne, NE

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.