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  • Students

    Find out more about the characteristics of students who attend WSU.

  • Admissions

    See how many students applied, accepted, and enrolled at WSU. Learn more about students’ high school preparation and test scores.

  • College Costs & Financial Aid

    Learn about costs to attend WSU and how much financial aid is typically awarded.

  • College Cost Estimator

    Estimate your cost to attend WSU in a few simple steps.

  • Classes and Campus Life

    Learn more about professors, where students live, and campus safety at WSU.

  • Student Experiences

    Discover ways to be actively involved in your education at WSU – inside and outside the classroom.

  • Majors, Graduation and Next Steps

    See which majors are most popular at WSU and what recent graduates plan to do after earning their bachelor's degree.

  • Student Success & Progress

    Discover how many students who start at WSU finish their bachelor's degree and how long it takes.

  • Student Learning Outcomes

    Figure out what learning gains to expect in critical thinking, writing, and other important subjects at WSU.

New Student Applications (Fall 2012)

Of the 3,515 new freshman applicants, 95% were admitted and 41% of the admitted students enrolled at Wichita State University in Fall 2012.
Of the 2,346 transfer applicants, 95% were admitted and 66% of the admitted students enrolled at Wichita State University in Fall 2012.
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New Freshmen High School Background and Test Scores

Test(s) Required for Admission: SAT or ACT recommended

Shows middle 50% of testing range
Test Scores of Enrolled New Freshmen ACT SAT
Composite 20 - 26  
Math 19 - 26 460 - 595
English 19 - 25  
Critical Reading   435 - 570
50% of enrolled students have test scores within the ranges listed, 25% have scores above, and 25% have scores below.
High School Preparation
High School Background of Enrolled New Freshmen
 
Percent in top 25% of High School Graduating Class <1%
Percent in top 50% of High School Graduating Class 77%
Percent of new freshmen reporting High School Rank 85%
Average High School GPA (4-point scale) 3.38
Percent of new freshmen reporting High School GPA 94%
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