Wayne State College

For more than 100 years, Wayne State College has been devoted to student success and regional service. We are best known for our friendly atmosphere, exceptional academic reputation, success of our graduates and affordability.

105 Bachelors
3,000 Academic Staff
25,000 Students

Bachelor's programmes

Education & Training (32)

B.A. Art Education K-12
B.A., B.S. Biology Education (7-12)
B.A., B.S. Business, Marketing, and Information Technology Education (6-12)
B.A., B.S. Chemistry Education (7-12)
B.A., B.S. Early Childhood
B.A., B.S. Early Childhood Inclusive Education (Birth - Grade 3)
B.A., B.S. Elementary Education (K-8)
B.A., B.S. English Language Arts Education (7-12)
B.A., B.S. Family and Consumer Sciences Education (6-12)
B.A., B.S. Geography Education (7-12)
B.A., B.S. Health and Physical Education (PK-12)
B.A., B.S. History Education (7-12)
B.A., B.S. Human Service
B.A. Journalism and Media Education
B.A., B.S. Mathematics Education (6-12)
B.A., B.S. Middle Level Education (5-9)
B.A. Music Education - Vocal and Instrumental (PK-12)
B.A., B.S. Physical Education (7-12)
B.A., B.S. Physical Education (PK-6)
B.A., B.S. Political Science Education (7-12)
B.A., B.S. Pre-Athletic Training
B.A., B.S. Psychology Education
B.A., B.S. Science Education (7-12)
B.A., B.S. Secondary English Education (7-12)
B.A., B.S. Skilled and Technical Sciences Education (6-12)
B.A., B.S. Social Sciences Education (7-12)
B.A., B.S. Sociology Education (7-12)
B.A., B.S. Spanish Education (7-12)
B.A., B.S. Special Education Generalist (7-12)
B.A., B.S. Special Education Generalist (K-6)
B.A., B.S. Special Education for Grades (K-12)
B.A., B.S. Vocal Music Education (PK-12)

Medicine & Health (20)

B.A., B.S. Applied Human and Sport Physiology
B.A., B.S. Chemistry Health Sciences
B.A., B.S. Exercise Science
B.A., B.S. Family and Consumer Sciences Education (6-12)
B.A., B.S Foods and Nutrition
B.A., B.S. Health Sciences
B.A., B.S. Medical Laboratory Science
B.A., B.S. Mortuary Science
B.A., B.S. Pre-Athletic Training
B.A., B.S. Pre-Occupational Therapy
B.A., B.S. Pre-Optometry
B.Sc. Pre-Osteopathic Medicine
B.A., B.S. Pre-Pharmacy
B.Sc. Pre-Physical Therapy
B.Sc. Pre-Physician Assistant
B.Sc. Pre-Podiatric Medicine
B.Sc. Pre-Veterinary Medicine
B.A., B.S. Psychology
B.A., B.S. Respiratory Therapy
B.A., B.S. Safety Management

Business & Management (19)

B.A., B.S. Business Administration - Accounting
B.A., B.S. Business Administration - Agribusiness
B.A., B.S. Business Administration - Economics
B.A., B.S Business Administration - Finance
B.A., B.S. Business Administration - Human Resource Management
B.A., B.S. Business Administration - International Business
B.A., B.S. Business Administration - Management
B.A., B.S. Business Administration - Marketing
B.A., B.S. Business Administration - Office Administration
B.A., B.S. Business Administration - Professional Studies
B.A., B.S. Business Administration - Public Accounting
B.A., B.S. Business, Marketing, and Information Technology Education (6-12)
B.A., B.S. Construction Management
B.A. Digital Film Production and Theory
B.A., B.S. Fashion Merchandising
B.Sc. Manufacturing Management
B.A., B.S. Music Industry
B.A., B.S. Organizational Leadership and Public Relations
B.A., B.S. Safety Management

Natural Sciences & Mathematics (16)

B.A., B.S. Applied Mathematics
B.Sc. Applied Science (Agriculture or Biology)
B.A., B.S. Biology
B.A., B.S. Biology Education (7-12)
B.A., B.S. Chemical Sciences
B.A., B.S. Chemistry Education (7-12)
B.A., B.S. Chemistry Health Sciences
B.A., B.S. Conservation Biology
B.A., B.S. Fermentation Science
B.A., B.S. Health Sciences
B.A., B.S. Mathematics Education (6-12)
B.A., B.S. Mortuary Science
B.A., B.S. Plant Biology
B.A., B.S. Psychology
B.A., B.S. Pure Mathematics
B.A., B.S. Science Education (7-12)

Humanities (15)

B.A., B.S. Communication Studies
B.A., B.S. English Language Arts Education (7-12)
B.A., B.S. English Literature
B.A., B.S English Writing
B.A., B.S. English Writing and Literature
B.A., B.S. History
B.A., B.S. History Education (7-12)
B.A. Interdisciplinary Studies
B.A., B.S. Music (General Studies)
B.A., B.S. Political Science
B.A., B.S. Political Science Education (7-12)
B.A., B.S. Secondary English Education (7-12)
B.A., B.S. Social Sciences
B.A., B.S. Social Sciences Education (7-12)
B.A., B.S. Sociology

Social Sciences (15)

B.A. Art Education K-12
B.A., B.S. Business Administration - Economics
B.A., B.S. Communication Studies
B.A., B.S. Geography
B.A., B.S. Geography Education (7-12)
B.A., B.S. Human Service
B.A., B.S. Mortuary Science
B.A., B.S. Political Science
B.A., B.S. Political Science Education (7-12)
B.A., B.S. Psychology
B.A., B.S. Psychology Education
B.A., B.S. Sociology
B.A., B.S. Sociology Education (7-12)
B.A., B.S. Spanish
B.A., B.S. Spanish Education (7-12)

Arts, Design & Architecture (13)

B.A. Digital Film Production and Theory
B.A., B.S. Drafting, Planning, and Design
B.A., B.S. Family and Consumer Sciences
B.A., B.S. Fashion Merchandising
B.A., B.S. Graphic Design
B.A., B.S. Interior Design
B.A., B.S. Music (General Studies)
B.A. Music Education - Vocal and Instrumental (PK-12)
B.A., B.S. Music Industry
B.A., B.S. Music Performance
B.A., B.S. Studio Art
B.A., B.S. Theatre Arts
B.A., B.S. Vocal Music Education (PK-12)

Applied Sciences & Professions (7)

B.A., B.S. Early Childhood
B.A., B.S. Family and Consumer Sciences
B.A., B.S. Family and Consumer Sciences Education (6-12)
B.A., B.S. Fashion Merchandising
B.A., B.S. Fermentation Science
B.A., B.S Foods and Nutrition
B.Sc. Forensic Science

Computer Science & IT (7)

B.A., B.S. Business, Marketing, and Information Technology Education (6-12)
B.A., B.S. Computer Information Systems - Programmer, Analyst
B.A., B.S. Computer Science
B.A., B.S. Geography
B.Sc. Integrated Technology Support
B.A., B.S. Networking and Cyber Security
B.Sc. Web Specialist

Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (7)

B.A., B.S. Applied Human and Sport Physiology
B.A., B.S. Exercise Science
B.A., B.S. Health and Physical Education (PK-12)
B.A., B.S. Physical Education (7-12)
B.A., B.S. Physical Education (PK-6)
B.A., B.S. Pre-Athletic Training
B.A., B.S. Sport Management

Engineering & Technology (6)

B.A., B.S. Construction Management
B.Sc. Engineering Technology
B.Sc. Manufacturing Management
B.A., B.S. Medical Laboratory Science
B.A., B.S. Safety Management
B.A., B.S. Skilled and Technical Sciences Education (6-12)

Journalism & Media (4)

B.A., B.S. Electronic Media
B.A., B.S Journalism
B.A. Journalism and Media Education
B.A., B.S. Organizational Leadership and Public Relations

Agriculture & Forestry (2)

B.Sc. Applied Science (Agriculture or Biology)
B.Sc. Pre-Veterinary Medicine

Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (2)

B.A., B.S. Conservation Biology
B.A., B.S. Health Sciences

Law (2)

B.A., B.S. Business Administration - Accounting
B.A., B.S. Criminal Justice

About

History

In September 1891, James Pile, a math professor from Fremont, and citizens of Wayne founded Nebraska Normal College. The school began with a four-person faculty and a student body of seven. Nearly two decades later, more than 1,000 students were attending the school each year. The state purchased Nebraska Normal College, and it became Nebraska State Normal College on April 6, 1909.

Education

The core of your experience at Wayne State centers on your chosen academic path. Yes, there's plenty of fun stuff along the way, but you come to college to get a a good education. And Wayne State delivers. With wonderful faculty. Top-notch facilities. Plenty of opportunities to get hands-on experience. We offer more than 130 programs of study. Explore them here.

Research

Student research projects use scientific methodology to answer a salient research question and involve a review of literature, developing a unique research question, designing a study to answer the research question, recruiting and scheduling subjects for the study, collecting and analyzing data, and submitting an abstract for peer review as well as developing a research poster for presentation.

Career

Cat Tracks is an online job board provided through Wayne State College - designed for WSC students, alumni, and employers.

Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2023

GSSA 2023

The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2023. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 8 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!

Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction Awards

Services

Student services

Student Services
Campus Service Center

Housing services

The newly renovated Bowen Hall features brand-new rooms, furniture, and facilities. With eight floors, Bowen is the tallest building in Northeast Nebraska and Wayne State's largest residence hall. Situated right next to the Kanter Student Center on the east side of campus, Bowen puts you within easy reach of a variety of campus services and activities.

Library services

Located in the center of campus, Conn Library provides a wealth of resources. Search the catalog for print and digital material, check out our distance and technology services, or get connected with a librarian who can help find just what you need. Your exploration of the many ways we can assist your educational experience begins here.

ICT services

The Service Center helps the campus community with technology-related matters. Whether you're a student, faculty, or staff member, our team works as quickly as possible to reply to technology support needs and resolve your technology issues.

Medical services

Student health services offer competent medical consultation and treatment. Minor illnesses or injuries are treated and referral is made when necessary.

Health services include:

IInitial assessment
HIV/UTI/Pregnancy/STD testing
Allergy shots
Annual flu shots (as available)
Over-the-counter medications
Crutches
Health-related presentations to campus groups
Monthly reproductive health clinic

Student Life

Campus life

When you come to Wayne State, you want the best in academics and campus life. We strive to offer great housing, dining, activities, and support services that make Wayne feel like home. But campus life at Wayne State goes beyond where you eat, sleep, and play. It's where you'll create a network of people to lean on and support you, and make memories that will last a lifetime.

Sports facilities

From ball games to card games, we have activities for everyone. Whether you are ultra-competitive or joining just to make friends and have fun, our intramurals and club sports programs offer the chance to exercise your body and your mind in a positive environment.

Student clubs

With more than 100 clubs and organizations, you'll never run out of things to do. We have something for everyone. And if you can't find a club you're interested in, we'll help you start a new one.

Accreditation

The Higher Learning Commission (HLC)