Wright State University
Public university · Dayton, OH · 6,762 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
96%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
—
ACT (middle 50%)
—
Average net price
$13,715
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$24,829
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
42%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Wright State University?
Wright State University accepts about 96 of every 100 applicants (96%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The latest federal data says Wright State University is test-blind (SAT and ACT scores aren’t considered), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Wright State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Wright State University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $24,829 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $13,715 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $12,268 for OH residents and $22,452 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$12,268
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$22,452
- Room & board$12,050
- Total cost of attendance$24,829
- Average net price after grants$13,715
Popular majors
Business, Computer Science, Psychology, Health Professions & Nursing, Engineering.
Wright State University FAQ
- What is Wright State University's acceptance rate?
- 96% — accessible.
- Is Wright State University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Wright State University is test-blind (SAT and ACT scores aren’t considered), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Wright State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Wright State University cost?
- About $24,829 a year before aid; $13,715 on average after grants.
- What is Wright State University's FAFSA school code?
- 003078. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Wright State University receives your information.
- What is Wright State University's graduation rate?
- 42% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Wright State University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Herzing University-AkronAkron, OH | 95% | — | $20,633 | 19% |
| Ohio Dominican UniversityColumbus, OH | 94% | — | $17,780 | 51% |
| Central State UniversityWilberforce, OH | 99% | — | $13,307 | 21% |
| Hiram CollegeHiram, OH | 94% | — | $20,753 | 56% |
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