Dayton, Ohio, USA
Want to study at Wright State University?
We can help you with your admission process. Fill out details below for your FREE consultation.
Wright State University is a public university, home to more than 12,000 students from 57 countries. Named after the Wright brothers, two aviation pioneers who invented powered flight, it is located in one of America’s most affordable cities, Dayton, Ohio.
Get a high-quality, accredited education taught by world-class faculty and enjoy a 651-acre campus that houses a biology preserve and lush forests. Choose from more than 315 study options across two schools, five colleges, and a branch campus located in Celina, Ohio.
The 67,000 square-foot student success center offers academic support and resources to help students achieve their goals. Other facilities on campus include campus residence halls and apartments, state-of-the-art laboratories and classrooms, and a top-notch entertainment and sports venue.
Students can make the most of their college experience through Wright State’s range of enriching campus life opportunities.
According to Niche.com, 83 percent of Wright State students feel confident they’ll secure a relevant job after graduating. The median earning for Wright State graduates is at least USD 5,000 more than the national average within six years of graduating (Niche.com).
Wright State’s helpful career advisors connect students and graduates to the people and resources needed to help launch or advance their career. Career services empowers students to be in control of their education and work towards finding a meaningful and successful career. The advisors will help them build professional networks and take advantage of experiences and opportunities.
Wright State University placed in the top 6.7 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2025 edition of the outcome-based Global 2000 list from the Center for World University Rankings.
Graduate engineering and computer science programs at Wright State University are recognized among the best in the nation, according to the 2025 U.S. News and World Report Best Graduate Schools rankings. The Raj Soin College of Business ranks 43rd in the U.S., and is rated as the top program in Ohio and eighth best in the Midwest (Princeton Review Top 50 Graduate Schools for Entrepreneurship Studies 2025).
Undergraduate programs in nursing and engineering at Wright State University are ranked among the nation’s best in the 2025 U.S. News and World Report Best Colleges Rankings.
U.S. News & World Report also noted the university’s excellence in programs such as:
18,56,227 Undergraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, check with institution for details
11,56,265 Postgraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, check with institution for details
10,66,431 Vocational Fees are for indicative purposes, check with institution for details
The international scholarship program provides financial awards to international students based on academic merit. Values range upto $12,000 each accademic year. Undergraduate awards are renewable for up to three years.
All new undergraduate international students are considered for the scholarship when admitted to the university. No extra application is needed. Eligible students need to meet the minimum GPA score requirements.
The Southeast Asia Merit Scholarship is designed to support undergraduate students who have attended High school in Vietnam, the Philippines, Indonesia, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand. Scholarships are awarded at the time of admission and are renewable at $12,000 each academic year. Eligible students who continue to meet certain criteria can receive this scholarship for a total of 8 semesters of full-time undergraduate study.
The Vietnam Academic Merit Scholarship is designed to award and support academically outstanding Vietnamese undergraduate international students. Scholarships are renewable and range in value from 50 to 75 percent of tuition. Eligible students who continue to meet certain criteria can receive this scholarship for a total of 8 semesters of full-time undergraduate study.
A renewable scholarship of USD 10,000 per year is available for new undergraduate international students who demonstrate an interest in intercultural understanding and exchange.
Outstanding graduate international students may be eligible for an award of up to USD 5,000, renewable for one year. Students are considered for the scholarship when admitted to the university. No extra application is needed.
Wright State University welcomes applications from students from all over the world. It’s especially on the lookout for those with baccalaureate qualifications.
To apply, students need a certificate to show they have completed secondary school, where they must have studied mathematics and science subjects. They’ll need a cumulative GPA score of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale).
Undergraduate English language requirements
Non-native English speakers also need to demonstrate English language proficiency through one of the following minimum test scores, or equivalent:
Students who have a three- or four-year bachelor’s degree must submit the required transcripts from the school or institution they have graduated from to apply for a graduate study program. Three-year programs that students have studied must meet the regionally accredited standards of four-year degree programs in the US.
International students’ whose first language is not English, must meet the Undergraduate English language requirements:
Certain programs may have additional entry requirements and require higher levels of English language proficiency.
Enjoy a 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio and close, personal attention from teaching staff. Faculty members are leading experts in their fields; many are actively involved in cutting-edge research. Their classes are engaging and offer information on the latest trends and research findings.
Many courses provide opportunities for invaluable practical experiences. These experiences allow students to develop their skills and understand what the professional world will be like. Opportunities include volunteering, service-learning, leadership and campus involvement, employment, research projects, study abroad, internships, and other work experiences.
Wright State holds accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission, which regularly reviews the quality of the university’s programs and processes. Several departments and schools hold additional accreditations too. For instance, the Raj Soin College of Business is AACSB- and ABET-accredited.
The university is home to five colleges and two schools, each offering a diverse range of inspiring programs.
Connect with students worldwide, explore campus life and learn about life abroad.
Chat to current students
View study abroad life
Watch on-demand streams
Meet your future peers
DOWNLOAD IDP LIVE TO JOIN
Scan the QR code with your phone camera to download
Connect with students worldwide, explore campus life and learn about life abroad.
Chat to current studentsView study abroad lifeWatch on-demand streamsMeet your future peers
3 last steps to get started
Already registered?
Not registered yet?
We can help you with your admission process. Fill out details below for your FREE consultation.
Get application advice
Get application advice