C+
Above Average
Score: 58/100

Wayne State College

4-Year Public
📍 Wayne, Nebraska 68787
Outcomes
B
70/100
Affordability
C+
55/100
Resources
C+
57/100
Experience
B+
80/100
Prestige
D
31/100

Quick Stats

4,807
Total Enrollment
56%
Graduation Rate
73%
Retention Rate
19.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$15,458
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Wayne State College

5% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 236 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$243,086
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,305
1-Year Change
+8.1%
For parents & investors

The Wayne State College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $243,086
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,305/mo — vs ~$481/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 68787 (4.2% cap, Wayne)

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🏆 Where Wayne State College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#5
Secondary School Administration/Principalship
of 7 schools
#6
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians, Other
of 17 schools
#29
Organizational Behavior Studies
of 42 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $5,760 $5,760
Room $4,330
Board $4,790
Total Cost (On-Campus) $22,772 $22,772

Financial Aid

99%
Receive Any Aid
37%
Receive Pell Grants
56%
Take Out Loans
$15,458
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$11,461
$30,001 - $48,000$11,502
$48,001 - $75,000$14,607
$75,001 - $110,000$17,749
$110,001+$17,721

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 207 grads/yr Curriculum and Instruction 83 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 81 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 68 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 50 grads/yr Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians, Other 45 grads/yr Organizational Behavior Studies 38 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 35 grads/yr Counseling Psychology 33 grads/yr Secondary School Administration/Principalship 27 grads/yr Chemistry, General 26 grads/yr Information Science/Studies 24 grads/yr Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 22 grads/yr Elementary and Middle School Administration/Principalship 20 grads/yr Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 19 grads/yr Psychology, General 19 grads/yr Superintendency and Educational System Administration 17 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 16 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 16 grads/yr Physical Fitness Technician 16 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Wayne State College's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

4,807
Total Students
61%
Women
74%
Traditional Age (18-24)
5%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 77%
Hispanic 12%
Black 3%
Asian 1%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 93%
Off-Campus (Renters) 5%
With Family 2%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~236 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 59%
Hybrid (Some Online) 24%
Fully Online 17%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 74%
25-64 (Adult) 7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Wayne State College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Wayne State College?
Tuition at Wayne State College is $5,760 for in-state students and $5,760 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $15,458.
What is the graduation rate at Wayne State College?
The graduation rate at Wayne State College is 56%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Wayne State College a good school?
Wayne State College has a Repit College Score of 58/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Wayne State College?
Wayne State College has a total enrollment of 4,807 students. Most students (74%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near Wayne State College?
Yes! Approximately 5% of students at Wayne State College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 236 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology