Student Life: What's it like to be a student at Wichita State?

On and off campus, Shockers have access to all the arts, entertainment and traditional college fun they could want. We're talking more than 350 annual on-campus events, action-packed athletics, interaction with people from all over the globe and a city teeming with galleries, stages, shopping and great eats.

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Our Beautiful Campus

Wichita State's 330-acre main campus is a wonderful mix of cutting-edge facilities and ivy-covered brick in a park-like setting. Our classrooms and student housing are just steps away from restaurants, coffeehouses, sports facilities and cultural attractions, with more on the way in our on-campus Braeburn Square development. Best of all, our proximity to business and industry partners puts you right next door to applied learning opportunities like internships, mentorships and co-ops.

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Housing and Residence Life

Living on campus puts you in the center of it all. Our three facilities, Shocker Hall, The Suites, and The Flats, are complete communities with lounges, study rooms, game rooms, laundry and plenty of places to hang out.

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Dining, Coffee, Food Trucks

Whether you want a big brunch, a quick latte, or a delicious street taco served from a truck, campus offers a variety of tasty choices—early or late. Check out what we offer and see what's on the menu today.

ShockerSync Student Events

There's always something going on at Wichita State. ShockerSync is a calendar of events sponsored by WSU's hundreds of active Registered Student Organizations.

Health and Wellness at WSU

Discover how Wichita State University supports the health and well-being of its students, faculty, and staff through a wide range of wellness and fitness opportunities. From state-of-the-art fitness facilities to mental health resources and recreational activities, WSU makes it easy to stay active and healthy.

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Wichitawesome!

Part of what makes WSU a fantastic choice for students is the city we call home. As Kansas' largest city—with a growing population of nearly 700,000—Wichita is just the right size: Big enough for great nightlife, concerts and fun, but still with a low cost of living and friendly Midwestern feel.

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