College student loan debt is continuing to rise, climbing an average 6 percent nationally in the last year, and now exceeds outstanding credit card debt in the U.S.
The Project on Student Debt, a nonprofit research institute, found the average loan balance for bachelor degree recipients in 2009 was $24,000, according the newest data. Ohioans’ average balance was $25,840, the 10th highest nationally.
Wright State University students’ debt load almost matched the state average at $25,357.
Wright State University and Premier Health Nursing Academy expands affordable pathway to nursing careers amid growing demand
Financial support, paid clinical experience and a direct connection to Premier Health are helping Wright State nursing students graduate with less debt while building a stronger local healthcare workforce. Continue reading
Wright State’s Boonshoft School of Medicine welcomes new class of future physicians with Convocation and White Coat Ceremony
The Boonshoft School of Medicine welcomed 130 medical students during its 51st annual Convocation and White Coat Ceremony on July 18 at the Dayton Masonic Center. Continue reading
Wright State’s Raider Immersion Program connects students to paid defense and industry learning opportunities
The workforce development initiative allows students to earn pay while collaborating with industry partners on projects that build professional experience and in-demand skills. Continue reading
Wright State University Foundation funds 11 projects to enhance student success
The Wright State University Foundation awarded $75,000 in Students First Fund grants to support innovative ideas from faculty, staff and students at the Dayton and Lake campuses. Continue reading
A passion for storytelling
From helping create the first designated podcasting space on a college campus to a career at WYSO Public Radio, Will Davis ’10, ’14 has always given people opportunities to connect with one another. Continue reading
