Setting the stage
Design and technology student Anna Hunter works behind the scenes designing sets, making props and managing the stage during Wright State theatre productions.
Graduate Programs Open House November 2, 2023
Premier Health Partnership
As a university that positively transforms the educational, economic, and social fabric of the communities we serve, Wright State has enjoyed a longstanding working relationship with Premier Health. The two institutions will work together to advance academic medicine, improve community health, bolster workforce and economic development, and become the destination for future health professionals through acclaimed academic and experiential learning environments.
Degrees & Programs Search
Wright State offers 160 undergraduate degree programs and 155 graduate degree options. Type in some keywords and you’ll see we have a program that works for you.
Why Wright State?
Named for Ohio's world-famous Wright brothers, Wright State University offers a unique blend of access, affordability, and innovation.
$12,214
Average annual cost
(Tuition, books, and supplies)
14:1
Student-to-faculty ratio
119,544
Alumni worldwide
The People of Wright State
Student Profile
Rowdy reveal
Wright State student Carly Blessing, who has played Rowdy Raider for years, poised to graduate
After performing as Rowdy Raider, Wright State senior Carly Blessing aims to work as a character performer at Disney World.
Student Profile
Getting involved
Passion for law drives nontraditional student leader at Wright State
Stephanie Buettner, a political science major at Wright State, is president of the Student Government Association, an intern with Student Legal Services and president of her sorority.
The Wright Guarantee Tuition Program
You can know what college will cost for the next four years—and we’ll guarantee it. The Wright Guarantee Tuition Program guarantees the same annual cost of tuition, housing, and dining over a four-year college career for new incoming, in-state, degree-seeking undergraduate students. Apply today and lock in one of the lowest tuition rates among Ohio’s four-year state universities.
Explore Dayton
Dayton’s vibrant downtown and its shops, restaurants, and sports venues are surrounded by a diverse metropolitan area of almost a million residents. Those who live in the Dayton area enjoy an affordable cost of living and housing as well as a rich quality of life that includes outdoor recreation, performing arts and other cultural amenities, professional and college sports, historical landmarks, and almost endless shopping and dining options.
University Events
Campus Recreation: National Parks Road Trip
Friday, April 26, 6 pm to Sunday, May 5, 2024, 4 pm
National Parks Across the U.S.
Financial Aid 101: Learn how to maximize your financial aid award
Thursday, May 2, 2024, 4 pm to 5 pm
WebEx online presentation
DAGMEC Resident / Fellow Research Forum
Thursday, May 2, 2024, 5 pm to 7 pm
University News
Immortal exhibition
Wright State English students’ study of vampire literature will impact them forever
Students in the Studies in Literary Theory course created a Vampire Exhibition as their final project and culminating experience for the class.
Wright State golf team headed to San Diego Regional in NCAA tournament
The Wright State University men’s golf team is headed to the NCAA Championship for the seventh time in program history after earning a spot in the San Diego Regional. The Raiders learned their destination on May 1 as part of …
