A Blog For Future Shockers

Key Dates and Deadlines for College Admission

There are a lot of dates incoming college students need to know in order to be prepared for scholarships, financial aid and housing. We have a handy list of the most important deadlines to be aware of before freshman year hits.
 

The Shocker Experience

A broad look at the unique amenities, activities, programs and culture students can expect on the Wichita State campus.
Karaline Scott, 2024 Gore and Wallace Scholar at Wichita State University

Wichita State was not on Karaline's short list of schools until she discovered scholarships available to her. Now a Gore and Wallace Scholar, she urges students to take their shot.

17,700 students enrolled this fall - highest enrollment ever! Wichita State University

Continued increases in enrollment at Wichita State are a testament to a decade of investment into the Innovation Campus, as well as partnerships providing applied learning for Shockers.

USAF Wichita State student.

Wichita State has been recognized in the past as being one of the top Military and Veteran friendly campuses in the United States. Here are some of the resources available to active duty, veterans and dependents.

WuShock on the bench press at the Steve Clark YMCA.

Shockers gain access to all Greater Wichita YMCA locations, including the Steve Clark YMCA on campus. These are some of the best perks that come with your Y membership.

Humans of Wichita State

Bios of current Shocker students and their experiences.
Chloe Strecker

Chloe made the nearly seven-hour trip to Wichita multiple times to visit campus and participate in scholarship competitions. From the suburbs of St. Louis, she found fulfillment at Wichita State as a Gore Scholar.

Student Ambassadors Brailey Lanning, Cary Doerflinger, Sophie Walter and Josef Schuller at Discover Wichita State: Oklahoma City.

Coming to tour Wichita State on her birthday ended up being big for Sophie. She is now a proud Shocker from Wisconsin earning her degree in the Barton School of Business.

Morgan Sutter

Morgan found her place at Wichita State among the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders and College of Health Professions. She loved her time as an undergraduate and is ready for the next step in her audiology journey.

Andruw Hoopes

Coming from a small town in Oklahoma, Andruw came to love Wichita during his time as a Shocker. Following his involvement on campus, he looks to continue his career path at law school.

Tips and Guides

Helpful lists, guides, and "How-Tos" designed to make the process of becoming a Shocker as easy and seamless as possible.
Braeburn Square during Shocktoberfest 2024.

A growing population of college students come from Spanish-speaking households. The Office of Admissions is responding with Spanish programming and publications.

Yovani Cruz, Wichita State transfer guide

Yovani transferred from Garden City to Wichita and discovered some great tips for adjusting to the big city along the way.

Jenna Rodehorst, Marking Coordinator, assists a student with their application.

There is a lot of information to keep in mind when applying for college. Luckily, our admissions staff have answered some of the most common questions students have when completing their application.

Bobby Gandu, Associate VP for Strategic Enrollment Management, Applied Learning & Director of Undergraduate Admissions, talks with a student and parent at Wichita State Activate: An Application Kick-Off Event.

There are a lot of dates incoming college students need to know in order to be prepared for scholarships, financial aid and housing. We have a handy list of the most important deadlines to be aware of before freshman year hits.

Wichit-Awesome

Posts highlighting the best parts and hidden gems of Kansas' largest city.
Wichita State students with the Wichita flag.

If you are in Wichita for any amount of time, you will likely see flags, shirts and license plates with an intriguing design not well-known outside of the city. Wichita's flag has become an integral part of the city's identity and a source of pride for Wichitans.

Wichita State's water tower at sunset

Want to stay in the know about all things Wichita? Content creators and organizations alike do a fantastic job of keeping people in the loop about happenings in the ICT.

A representative from Wichita Public Schools talks with students at the Shocker Career Accelerator Root Beer Kegger.

Wichita boasts a diverse economy. The city's largest industries employ thousands of people and offer applied learning opportunities for Wichita State students.

Dowtown Wichita on the banks of the Arkansas River.

Sunflower Summer offers free admission for Kansas families to state attractions throughout the summer, including several places in Wichita. Plus, there's plenty of great things to see if you're visiting the ICT.

For the Foodies

Food reviews of all the diverse cuisine offerings available on and around campus.
Funnel cake topped with ice cream at Palacana.

Admission staff members share their favorite spots in Wichita to grab ice cream, frozen custard and any number of other delicious treats.

Two Hands Corn Dogs

Wichita State's Braeburn Square offers several spots for foodies to dine. Two Hands Corn Dogs is the best place to find something a little different with a satisfying savory crunch.

Kebabs at Sesame.

Sesame's second location makes Wichita State's Braeburn Square a must-go for foodies. With mouthwatering Mediterranean meals, Sesame makes for an excellent choice.

Paradise Donuts.

Sweet tooths of Wichita unite! The ICT is no stranger to serving up one of Amercia's most popular pastries. The local donut scene is full of both unique flavors and timeless classics.

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