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Academics

B-
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Quick Stats

Student-Faculty Ratio 16:1
Full-Time Student Population 19,069
Part-Time Student Population 12,717
Full-Time Instructional Faculty 1,055
Part-Time Instructional Faculty 988
Total FT Faculty 1,810
Faculty with Terminal Degree 76%
Average Faculty Salary $83,435
Full-Time Retention Rate 76%
Part-Time Retention Rate 38%
Graduation Rate 34%
Programs/Majors Offered 162
Academic/Career Counseling? Yes
Remedial Services? Yes
Class Sizes
  • Fewer than 20 students: 44%
  • 20 to 49 students: 46%
  • 50 or more students: 10%

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

Wayne State University is known for its law and engineering programs, and the medical school is recognized as one of the top in the nation. But even though Wayne State has a good local and international reputation, its national reputation is weaker because of its location in Detroit—many shrug off the University before they learn how safe the campus is. WSU is a research-based university, which leads to many exchange students and well-known professors coming here. WSU teachers are experts in their fields, and many have been published. The professors are willing to help you if you put in the effort. They are always available for help or even just to talk because they generally want to see the students succeed. If you show them you are serious about learning and want to succeed, many will help you out by writing letters of recommendation or being a little more lenient on grading. A lot of professors remind their students weeks in advance when tests and papers are due, unlike teachers at other schools. Overall, Wayne State professors are encouraging, insightful, and helpful.

Your workload will be dependent on your class schedule. If you are taking organic chemistry, there will be a lot of homework, but if you are taking American Government, there won’t be much work other than assigned readings. Of course, if you want to truly succeed or go above and beyond the basic requirements, plan on studying frequently. Since many students apply to WSU’s medical program, you will always see people hitting the books hard, studying for the MCAT, and reading textbooks for fun because they are curious and willing to learn.

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Academics at Wayne State University

nadikbutt

'14

Radiologic Technician

1.9
C-

Professors

professors are helpful but there are many professors that have an accent and it is hard to understand them and i believe that i failed one of my classes just because of that.

Jan 20, 2012

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Academics at Wayne State University

jojo2688

'14

Social Work and Youth Services

3.8
B+

As a Student

I love attending Wayne State University. It is right in the middle of my hometown, Detroit. Campus is also not far from major attractions in the city such as The Fox Theater, Comerica Park, Ford Feild, and The Detroit Zoo. It is ethnically diverse. Best of all, the professors are genuine and show they care by they instruct.

Oct 27, 2011

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shsalem1

'13

Medical Social Work

5.0
A+

School of School Work

The staff and faculty at the school of social work are all great. They are preparing us learning us how to become culturally competent and and the workload is just what we need (my papers to write)

Oct 14, 2011

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Instructional Programs Occupational: No
Academic: Yes
Continuing Professional: Yes
Recreational/Avocational: No
Adult Basic Remedial: No
Secondary (High School): No
Special Credit Opportunities Advanced Placement (AP) Credits: Yes
Dual Credit: Yes
Life Experience Credits: No
Undergraduate Schools/Divisions
  • College of Education
  • College of Engineering
  • College of Fine, Performing and Communication Arts
  • College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
  • College of Nursing
  • Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
  • Irvin D. Reid Honors College
  • School of Business Administration
  • School of Social Work
Degrees Awarded
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Doctorate - Professional practice
  • Doctorate - Research/scholarship
  • Master's degree
  • Post-bachelor's certificate
  • Post-master's certificate
Most Popular Majors
  • Business Administration and Management: 3%
  • Medicine: 2%
  • Psychology: 2%
  • Social Work: 3%
Graduation Requirements
  • Arts/fine arts
  • Computer literacy
  • English (including composition)
  • Foreign languages
  • History
  • Humanities
  • Mathematics
  • Other: Critical thinking
  • Other: Oral communication
  • Philosophy
  • Sciences (biological or physical)
  • Social science
Special Study Options
  • Distance learning opportunities
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification (below the postsecondary level)
  • Weekend/evening college
Other Academic Offerings
  • Accelerated program
  • Cooperative education program
  • Cross-registration
  • Double major
  • Dual enrollment
  • English as a Second Language (ESL)
  • Exchange student program (domestic)
  • Honors program
  • Independent study
  • Internships
  • Liberal arts/career combination
  • Other: City-wide adult education program
  • Other: Off-campus courses for credit
  • Weekend college
Best Places to Study
  • Arthur Neef Law Library
  • Purdy/Kresge Library
  • Science & Engineering Library

Online Courses

There are many classes and even full programs offered online at Wayne State.

Did You Know?

Wayne State's School of Medicine is the largest in the U.S. with more than 1,000 students.

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