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Wichita State University

Wichita, KS

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Median Earnings
$51,532
10 years after enrollment
Grad Rate
51.2%
6-year completion
Students
10,780
Undergraduate enrollment
Admit Rate
94.0%
Acceptance rate

Annual Cost Breakdown

Full Sticker Price

$21,780/yr

Tuition + fees + room + board + books. What you pay with no financial aid.

Avg After Grants

$13,194/yr

What students who received federal/institutional grants actually paid on average. Varies by family income.

Tuition Only

In-state: $9,684

Out-of-state: $19,869

Tuition only — does not include room, board, or fees.

💡 The “Avg After Grants” is an average across all students who received aid — your actual cost depends on your family income. Use the school's Net Price Calculator for a personalized estimate.

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after grants — by income bracket. Source: U.S. Dept of Education, AY 2022–23.

Under $30k/yr income$9,734/yr
$30k–$48k/yr income$9,696/yr
$48k–$75k/yr income$13,564/yr
$75k–$110k/yr income
Over $110k/yr income$19,184/yr

These are averages for aid recipients. Your exact cost depends on your specific FAFSA results. Estimate yours on studentaid.gov →

Admissions & Outcomes

Acceptance Rate
94.0%
1-Year Retention
69.3%
Pell Grant Recipients
30.6%
First-Generation Students
36.3%
In-State Tuition
$9,684/yr
Out-of-State Tuition
$19,869/yr

Acceptance Rate

94.0%

Accessible — open to a wide range of applicants.

Top Programs

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Computer Science
Engineering
Health Sciences
Biology / Life Sci

% of bachelor's degrees awarded in each field

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Program Rankings

Official program-level rankings (US News, QS, Forbes) are not available through a free public API. The Earnings by Major section below is the best free proxy — it shows real median salaries 2 years after graduation for each program at this school, sourced directly from federal earnings data.

Frequently Asked Questions about Wichita State University

How much does Wichita State University cost?

The average net price at Wichita State University after grants and scholarships is $13,194 per year. The full sticker price before aid is $21,780/yr. Your actual cost depends on your family income — use the school's Net Price Calculator for a personalized estimate.

What is the graduation rate at Wichita State University?

The 6-year graduation rate at Wichita State University is 51.2%. The 1-year retention rate is 69.3%. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

What is the acceptance rate at Wichita State University?

The acceptance rate at Wichita State University is 94.0%. Accessible — open to a wide range of applicants.

What do Wichita State University graduates earn?

The median earnings of students who attended Wichita State University 10 years after enrollment is $51,532. Earnings vary significantly by major — see the Earnings by Major section above for program-specific data. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Is Wichita State University a good school?

Whether Wichita State University is the right fit depends on your major, budget, and priorities. Key facts: 51% graduation rate, average net price of $13,194/year, median graduate earnings of $51,532 at 10 years. Use our free Fit Score quiz to see how this school ranks against your specific needs.

Data from U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, AY 2022–23 (updated November 2025). Earnings reflect median 10-year outcomes for all students who enrolled.