Our mission

We create and advance knowledge, prepare a diverse student body to thrive, and positively impact local and global communities.

Our vision: What we aspire to

We will be a preeminent, public, urban research university known for academic and research excellence, success across a diverse student body, and meaningful engagement in its urban community and around the world.

Our values: How we work

• Collaboration: When we work together, drawing upon various talents and perspectives, we achieve better results.
• Integrity: We keep our word, live up to our commitments, and are accountable to ourselves and each other.
• Innovation: We are unafraid to try new things and learn by both failure and success.
• Excellence: We strive for the highest-quality outcomes in everything we do.
• Diversity and inclusion: We value all people and understand that their unique experiences, talents and perspectives make us a stronger organization and better people.
• Leadership: We are proud of our long history as an anchor institution in Detroit and will continue to serve our community while playing a lead role in the city's resurgence.

Accreditation

Since 1915, Wayne State University has been accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Accreditation is an important quality assuranceprocess that demonstratesthe value of a Wayne State degree.