Wichita State University
Is Wichita State University affordable?
Estimated costs
Estimated expenses for the 2026-2027 academic year to help plan your college budget.
| EXPENSES | SEM | YEAR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition ($272.48 per credit hour) | $4,087.20 | $8,174.40 |
| Required Fees | $1,077.30 | $2,154.60 |
| Room and Board — The Flats at WSU | $6,085 | $12,170 |
| Books | $600 | $1,200 |
| Parking (Optional) | $75 | $150 |
| EXPENSES | SEM | YEAR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition ($645.42 per credit hour) | $9,681.30 | $19,362.60 |
| Required Fees | $1,077.30 | $2,154.60 |
| Room and Board — The Flats at WSU | $6,085 | $12,170 |
| Books | $600 | $1,200 |
| Parking (Optional) | $75 | $150 |
| PROGRAM | TUITION DISCOUNT |
|---|---|
| Legacy | In-state tuition for non-resident children or grandchildren of WSU alumni. |
| Midwest Student Exchange Program | 33 percent off out-of-state tuition for qualified residents of certain states. |
| Shocker City Partnership | In-state tuition for residents of certain metro areas in Arkansas, Colorado, Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Texas. |
| Shocker Select | 33 percent off out-of-state tuition for Arkansas, Colorado, Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Texas residents. |
| Veterans and Active Duty Military | In-state tuition for veterans and active duty military and their dependents. |
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