Wayne State University

Wayne State University is moderately difficult to get into. Around 63% of applicants get into Wayne State University each year. Last year, 15,305 students applied to Wayne State University and 9,603 were admitted.

If you are considering submitting an application to Wayne State University, the regular decision application deadline is August 1 and the application fee costs $25.

Students who submit their applications to Wayne State University for the fall semester should anticipate a decision by October 1.

Wayne State University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Wayne State University's admissions stats.

Wayne State University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Mean SAT Score	1125
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	60%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	8%
Waitlist	No

Wayne State University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Wayne State University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Yes		March 8
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	8 1	October 1

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Applying Early to Wayne State University?

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Wayne State University offers early decision but not early action. Early decision is binding, meaning you must attend if you are admitted, while early action allows you to apply early without committing.

The early decision acceptance rate at Wayne State University is 11%, compared to an overall acceptance rate of 63%. Last year, Wayne State University admitted 110 of the 1015 students who applied early decision.

Some students apply early to college in hopes that it will boost their chances of being offering admission. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase the chance of admission, since it shows that you are very interested in a school.

➡️ Explore a list of some competetive colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Wayne State University Admissions

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How To Get Into Wayne State University

It is moderately difficult to get into Wayne State.

In 2022, Wayne State accepted 63% of students, around 9,603 from 15,305 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Wayne State, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to Wayne State University

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Wayne State University

Wayne State University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Wayne State University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Wayne State University

Wondering what factors are considered by Wayne State University during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Considered

Make sure to check with Wayne State University for more information on admission factors.

Wayne State University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Wayne State University, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with Wayne State University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	–	–
Interview	–	–	–	–
Other Requirements	–	–	–	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–
Standardized Test Scores	–	–	–	–
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Wayne State University?

Students admitted to Wayne State University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 2.16% submitted a class rank.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Wayne State University is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 60% of Wayne State University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 8% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Wayne State University?

To be competitive with other Wayne State University applicants, you should strive to earn between 1010 and 1220 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Wayne State University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1220 and 25% of scored lower than 1010, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Wayne State University student is 1125.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Wayne State University students scored 610 or higher and 75% of students scored 510 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Wayne State University students scored 620 or higher, and 75% scored a 510 or higher.

To be most competitive at Wayne State University, you should strive to earn between 21 and 28 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 28 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Wayne State University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 28, and three out of four students scored lower than 28 on the ACT.

A 21 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Wayne State University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 21.

More Information on Transferring to Wayne State University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Wayne State University.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is August 15.

Transfer students can enroll in Wayne State University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Wayne State University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Wayne State University?

❌ Students who are admitted to Wayne State University must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does Wayne State University accept transfer credits?

✅ Wayne State University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Wayne State University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests

Does Wayne State University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Wayne State University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Wayne State University?

❌ No, Wayne State University is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you should strongly consider submitting them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Wayne State University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Wayne State University is 63%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Wayne State University?

✅ Wayne State University's early decision acceptance rate was 11% in 2021.

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