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Wright State enrollment continues to grow, reaching 12,157 students. Overall enrollment is up 12% since 2022, with growth among first-time and transfer students this fall September 22, 2026 Wright State University enrollment grew to 12,157 students this fall - a 12% increase since 2022. (Photo by Erin Pence) Wright State University's overall enrollment increased this fall, with 12,157 students enrolled at the university's Dayton and Lake campuses, a 2% increase from fall 2025 and a 12% increase since 2022. The university welcomed 2,000 first-time students, a 2% increase from last year and a 43.5% increase since 2021. First-time domestic enrollment increased 10% to 1,941 students. First-time enrollment at the Dayton Campus increased 1.6% to 1,736 students while enrollment at the Lake Campus increased 4.8% to 264 students. Nearly half (44.5%) of the first-time cohort are Pell Grant recipients, reflecting the university's commitment to providing an affordable and accessible education. Nursing was the most popular choice among first-time students, followed by mechanical engineering, psychology, elementary education and biological sciences. "Another year of enrollment growth reflects the commitment of our faculty and staff to provide students with an education that is accessible and focused on their success," said Wright State University President Sue Edwards. "We're encouraged that more students continue to choose Wright State. This trend reflects the value students see in a Wright State education and gives us confidence in our region's future." Wright State also welcomed 770 transfer students this fall, a 5% increase from last year. Transfer enrollment at the Lake Campus increased 59% to 97 students, while the Dayton Campus enrolled 673 transfer students. Forty-three percent of transfer students received Pell Grants. The number of high school students taking college courses through Wright State's College Credit Plus program increased nearly 19% to 1,271 students. Edwards said Wright State's affordability, academic programs and regional partnerships are important factors in the university's enrollment growth. Wright State offers one of the lowest undergraduate tuition rates in Ohio and was ranked the top public university in the state for student experience in the Wall Street Journal's 2026 America's Best Colleges rankings. "Wright State is committed to ensuring a high-quality education is within reach for more students and families," Edwards said. "Our affordability, strong academic programs and regional connections give students a clear path from college to their chosen career, without taking on unnecessary financial barriers." Wright State's Take Flight Program, which provides eligible students with a tuition-free education, also continues to grow, with 300 students in the program's fifth cohort, nearly doubling the 161 students in its inaugural cohort in 2022. The university's positive enrollment growth follows other recent successes, including earning a perfect Senate Bill 6 score from the State of Ohio for the third consecutive year and receiving a positive outlook from Moody's Investor Services. Wright State has also strengthened its regional impact through partnerships with Premier Health, Dayton Children's Hospital and Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.

Dayton Children's earns national recognition in 2 specialties. Dayton Children's Hospital has been recognized as a 2026-2027 Best Children's Hospital by U.S. News & World Report, earning national rankings in orthopedics and neonatology. This marks the seventh consecutive year Dayton Children's orthopedics program has earned national recognition. The hospital's neonatology program is in its second consecutive year, recognizing the advanced, family-centered care provided to critically ill and premature newborns. "Every child deserves access to outstanding orthopedic care close to home," said Michael Albert, MD, division chief of pediatric orthopedics at Dayton Children's. "This recognition reflects the dedication of our entire team to helping children heal, regain mobility and get back to being kids. We are grateful for the trust families place in us and remain committed to providing the highest quality care for the children of our region." "A NICU stay can be one of the most difficult experiences a family faces, and being able to receive highly specialized care close to home and their support system can make a meaningful difference," said Olutoye Osunbunmi, MD, medical director of neonatology at Dayton Children's. "This recognition reflects our team's commitment to caring for babies with expertise and compassion while supporting families every step of the way. Our focus remains on helping every child have the strongest possible start in life." The rankings are designed to help families and physicians identify hospitals that provide high-quality care for children with serious or complex medical needs. Dayton Children's rankings reflect the work of multidisciplinary teams focused on clinical outcomes, patient safety, quality improvement and the experience of children and families. "These rankings reflect the quality and expertise families can expect at Dayton Children's," said Adam Mezoff, MD, vice president and chief medical officer for Dayton Children's. "Families deserve to find care that feels right for them, whether that means being close to home, staying connected to their support system or building trust with their child's care team. We're proud to offer nationally recognized pediatric care right here in their community." The full 2026-2027 Best Children's Hospitals rankings are available here. about U.S. News & World Report. U.S. News & World Report is the global leader for journalism that empowers consumers, citizens, business leaders and policy officials to make confident decisions in all aspects of their lives and communities. A multifaceted media company, U.S. News provides unbiased rankings, independent reporting and analysis, and consumer advice to millions of people on USNews.com each month. A pillar in Washington for more than 90 years, U.S. News is the trusted home for in-depth and exclusive insights on education, health, politics, the economy, insurance, personal finance, travel, automobiles, real estate, careers and consumer products and services. If you are interested in pursuing a story about Dayton Children's please contact public relations manager, Katie Solovey, at 937-673-4941 or by filling out a media inquiry through its contact Dayton Children's form.