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Graduate Programs Open House November 2, 2023
Students wearing glasses looking at a solar eclipse

2024 Solar Eclipse

April 2 and April 8, 2024

Stargaze and learn about solar eclipses at this open-to-the-public nighttime event April 2. Then on April 8, students, faculty, and staff are invited to view the eclipse and participate in numerous solar-eclipse-related activities.

Future students standing with full tuition checks

Supporting Future STEM Students

Wright State University, home to the region’s STEM workforce and a proud sponsor of the Big Hoopla’s STEM Challenge, awarded full-tuition scholarships to the 12 student winners of the STEM Challenge event this past weekend.

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

Multiplicity

Elementary education major Kristina White leads in the classroom and on campus across multiple roles
Wright State junior Kristina White thrives as a leader for student organizations and in the College of Health, Education and Human Services.
Student Profile

Super-human resources

Kayla Metz is thriving as a student-leader in Wright State’s Raj Soin College of Business
Kayla Metz’s passion for helping others inspired her to pursue a degree in human resource management at Wright State.
Student Profile

Switch hitter

From sports medicine to fire and rescue, Wright State student’s career path changed for the better
Ryan Clark was inspired to pursue a career in emergency medical services after connecting with the Fairborn Fire Department during a course at Wright State.

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.

Panorama of Downtown Dayton skyline at twilight, looking across the Great Miami River near RiverScape MetroPark

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

Christians on Campus: Bible Study

Tuesday, January 9, 2 pm to Sunday, September 1, 2024, 3 pm
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Christians on Campus: Bible Study

Tuesday, February 6, 2 pm to Sunday, June 2, 2024, 3 pm
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Women's Center: Art & Poetry Exhibit "Why Can't We: A Love Letter to Black Women": Women's History Month

Friday, March 1, 10 am to Friday, March 29, 2024, 7 pm
019 Student Union (Culture & Identity Centers)

University News

Hard work pays off

Wright State University students win cash for research contest
The Festival of Research, hosted by Wright State University’s College of Science and Mathematics, provided undergraduate and graduate students a chance to showcase their research.

Clint Sargent named Wright State men’s basketball head coach

Clint Sargent joined the Wright State coaching staff since 2016 and has served as the associate head coach of the men's basketball team for the last three seasons.

Dispatching dedication

Wright State senior Lexi Ricker impacts students during the day and serves her community at night

Dance the night away

Wright State students move their feet to help area children

Wright State Official Social Media

Photo looking up at the replica Wright "B" Flyer, installed above the second floor of Paul Laurence Dunbar Library