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Wichita State University

Wichita, Kansas · Public

72%acceptance rate
1050–1260SAT middle 50%
17–24ACT middle 50%
$14,184average net price, in-state

Wichita State University admitted 72% of 8,736 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1050–1260 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 51% of students graduate within six years.

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Application deadlines

Wichita State University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:

Regular decision
Rolling admission

The application fee is $40 ($75 for international applicants), and Wichita State University accepts the Common App fee waiver.

Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Wichita State University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.

Early decision and early action

Wichita State University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.

What admissions weighs

How Wichita State University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • GPA
  • Test scores

Important

  • Course rigor
  • Class rank

Considered

  • Activities
  • Talent or ability

Not considered

  • Essay
  • Recommendations
  • Interview
  • Character
  • First generation
  • Legacy
  • Where you live
  • State residency
  • Religion
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience
  • Showing interest

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.41 GPA. 15% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.

  • 4.07%
  • 3.75–3.9925%
  • 3.50–3.7422%
  • 3.25–3.4913%
  • 3.00–3.2411%
  • 2.50–2.9916%
  • 2.00–2.495%
  • Under 2.01%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $27,812 in-state and $37,730 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $14,184 on average (in-state).

Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:

  • $0–30k$10,914
  • $30–48k$11,084
  • $48–75k$14,240
  • $75–110k$17,670
  • $110k+$18,751

Quick answers

What is Wichita State University’s acceptance rate?

Wichita State University admitted 72% of applicants: 6,311 of 8,736 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).

When is Wichita State University’s application deadline?

Wichita State University uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.

What SAT score do you need for Wichita State University?

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1050 to 1260, with a median around 1160. A score at or above 1160 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

How much is Wichita State University’s application fee?

The application fee is $40 ($75 for international applicants) for 2026–27, and Wichita State University accepts the Common App fee waiver.

Does Wichita State University have supplemental essays?

No. Wichita State University doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.

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