Wright State University-Main Campus
Dayton, OH 45435
The main campus of Wright State University is in Fairborn, Ohio, which is a suburb of Dayton. It was established in 1967 and is named after the Wright brothers. The university began as a branch campus of Ohio State University and Miami University in 1964. Three years later, the campus became an independent university. The university is now divided into three schools and seven colleges, including the College of Nursing and Health. 106 undergraduate and 145 graduate programs are available at the university, including five nursing programs. The university also offers an Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) program and an Army ROTC program.
Five CCNE-accredited nursing programs are available at the university. Students may enroll in a traditional BSN, RN to BSN, accelerated BSN, MSN, or DNP program. The traditional program is intended to be completed in four years. The curriculum includes clinical rotations at nearby healthcare facilities. The university maintains partnerships with over 200 agencies in the Dayton area, including rehab centers, hospitals, nursing homes, day care centers, and senior citizens centers. By the end of the program, students complete over 950 hours of clinical practice. To enroll in the BSN program, students must first enroll at Wright State University as a degree-seeking student.
Overview
| Campus LocaleLarge Suburb |
| Campus SizeMedium |
| Student to Faculty Ratio14:1 |
| Is Admission OpenNo |
| Religious Affiliation - |
| Level4-year |
| TypePublic |
| On Campus HousingYes |
| Retention Rate65% |
Nursing Programs Offered
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Bachelor's degree | 28 | 149 |
| Master's degree | 12 | 53 |
| Post-master's certificate | 0 | 2 |
| Doctor's degree - professional practice | 0 | 3 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 0 | 20 |
Compare Schools
The following schools are located within 200 miles radius of Wright State University-Main Campus
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Miami University-Middletown
23.58 miles away |
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Miami University-Hamilton
38.45 miles away |
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Miami University-Oxford
40.21 miles away |
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University of Cincinnati-Blue Ash College
41.73 miles away |
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Indiana University-East
43.75 miles away |
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University of Cincinnati-Clermont College
48.82 miles away |
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University of Cincinnati-Main Campus
50.84 miles away |
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Northern Kentucky University
56.04 miles away |
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Ohio State University-Main Campus
57.64 miles away |
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Wright State University-Lake Campus
57.82 miles away |
Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
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North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission 01/01/1968 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
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Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels CCNE 04/15/2005 - Current |
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Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the graduate degree levels CCNE 04/15/2005 - Current |
Admission
97%
Acceptance RateEnrolled students test score (Fall 2017)
| SAT | 980 to 1270 |
| ACT | 19 to 25 |
Admission considerations
| Secondary school GPA Required |
| Secondary school rank Recommended |
| Secondary school record Required |
| Completion of college-preparatory program Recommended |
| Recommendations Considered but not required |
| Formal demonstration of competencies Neither required nor recommended |
| Admission test scores (SAT/ACT) Required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Required |
| Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Neither required nor recommended |
In addition to the college's admission requirements each nursing program might have its own admission criteria (such as: TEAS score, HESI A2 score, nursing prerequisites GPA, etc).
Application fee
| Undergrads | $30 |
| Graduates | $40 |
Cost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
| Undergrad courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $394/credit | |
| In State Students | $394/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $803/credit | |
| Graduate courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $640/credit | |
| In State Students | $640/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $1,091/credit | |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
| Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN | 45 | $17,730 | $17,730 | $36,135 |
| ADN | 70 | $27,580 | $27,580 | $56,210 |
| BSN | 125 | $49,250 | $49,250 | $100,375 |
| FNP | 50 | $32,000 | $32,000 | $54,550 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 90% of Wright State University-Main Campus's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
| Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
|---|---|---|
| Pell Grant | 40% | $4,478 |
| Other Federal Grant | 13% | $388 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 30% | $1,772 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 52% | $4,917 |
| Federal Student Loans | 63% | $5,779 |
| Private Loans | 5% | $10,219 |
$14,769
Average Net Price/yearAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$12,995 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$13,755 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$16,902 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$18,964 |
| Over $110,000$19,012 |
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Student Population
12,115
Undergrads
3,842
Graduates
8,436
Women
7,521
Men
68%
Full-time
32%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
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White |
71% |
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Black/African American |
10% |
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Non-resident alien |
7% |
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Two or more races |
4% |
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Hispanic |
3% |
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Asian |
3% |
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Race/ethnicity unknown |
1% |
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Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
Relevant scholarships
Past Presidents Parley - Nurses' ScholarshipThe American Legion Auxiliary Department of Ohio, Past Presidents Parley, has a program to assist students pursuing a degree in the nursing field. The applicant must be an honorably discharged ... |
Nurse Education Assistance Loan ProgramThe Nurse Education Assistance Loan Program (NEALP) provides funding for nurses who intend to serve as instructors or students who intend to serve as nurses after graduation. Recipients of ... |
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Service League Nursing ScholarshipApplicants must be enrolled in or accepted into an accredited school of nursing located in Ohio. They must be pursuing a bachelor's degree in nursing and must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. ... |
William K. Schubert Minority Nursing ScholarshipApplicant must be a member of one of the underrepresented groups in the registered nurse profession such as a male nurse or nursing students who are American Indian, Alaskan Native, Black or ... |
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Discussion
Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and Ohio state board of nursing.
