Why Give

With a record of achievement that has grown steadily for more than 140 years, Wayne State University is one of Michigan’s most valuable resources, both as a center of education and research, and as a contributor to the quality of life in our state.

Keeping student tuition and fees as low as possible is of paramount importance to Wayne State’s efforts to engage the interest and support of private philanthropic sources. Your financial contributions help offset the combined effects of increasing costs and decreasing state support for higher education. With your help, we are able to provide the financial assistance needed to recruit the most motivated and talented students who will become tomorrow’s successful professionals.

Similarly, top researchers and other faculty are drawn to institutions that offer them endowed research funds or chairs. By providing specially designated resources for research and teaching, endowed positions enable gifted faculty and researchers to excel in their disciplines.

Our dedication to students and faculty and our excellence in scholarship and scientific discovery are why the university has received generous support from alumni, corporations, foundations and other friends. Private contributions keep us competitive among our peers and help enhance our reputation.

Regardless of how and why you give to Wayne State University, your contributions make a difference in everything we do. Please support our commitment to excellence in teaching, research and public service by making an investment in the future of this great institution.