Undergraduate Admissions

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Statement of Intent

Are you ready to go further? Complete your Statement of Intent to let us know you plan to attend Wright State University. No deposit is needed to secure your place. Visit your Admissions Portal and let us know you are ready to be a Raider!

After you complete your statement of intent, you will be able to register for orientation to prepare for your first semester at Wright State. 

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Next Steps

Set up your Wright State student accounts

Visit your Admissions Portal and follow the instructions in the SET UP YOUR ACCOUNTS section.

Complete your Statement of Intent

Visit your Admissions Portal and let us know you’re ready to be a Raider!

Explore and apply for on campus housing

Live in some of the largest, most affordable residence halls in Ohio and start building new friendships and making memories that will last a lifetime. Learn more about housing options and apply at wright.edu/housing.

Register for orientation

After you complete your statement of intent, you can register for orientation in the Enrollment Checklist section of your Admissions Portal.

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Financial Aid

Learn about scholarships

With our robust scholarship program, you can take advantage of opportunities to further reduce the cost of your education. Visit wright.edu/FirstYearScholarships to learn more.

File the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

Completing the FAFSA is your first step in applying for federal student aid. You must file the FAFSA annually to apply for federal grants, federal student loans, federal parent loans, and federal work-study. Wright State’s FAFSA priority deadline is February 1, 2025. There are a few items you need to complete before filing the FAFSA.

  • Set up your Wright State accounts in your Admissions Portal
  • Determine who will need to contribute to your FAFSA.
  • Request or update the FSA ID for all contributors.
  • Gather useful information and documents.
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Orientation

After you complete your statement of intent, you can register for orientation. 

  • Meet with your advising team and register for classes. 
  • Get to know your home away from home including on-campus housing and dining. 
  • Connect with the Raider community and begin building lifelong friendships. 

It's time to be surrounded by resources to help you rise to every challenge and prepare for what's next! Register for orientation in your Admissions Portal.

Have questions? We are here to help!

*No application fee for domestic undergraduate applicants.