How do I log in to Academica?

Academica is a secure internet gateway that provides single access to most Wayne State University services.

  • Online self services: Web registration, financial aid status, tuition payment, final grades, training/workshop registration, etc.
  • Computing systems: Wayne Connect email, Canvas, OneCard, Banner, etc.
  • Course tools: Class lists for faculty, course list for students.
  • Wayne State University information and events.
  • A WSU exclusive social network.

How to log in to Academica

Use a computer with internet access and a recent version of a standard web browser and follow the steps below to log in to Academica.

1. Go to the Academica login page at a.wayne.edu.

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2. Type your WSU AccessID under Your Wayne State AccessID.

  • Your AccessID is 2 letters 4 numbers (e.g. xy6789).
  • If you are an applicant, it was mailed to you when you applied.
  • If you are a new student or new hire, it is printed on your OneCard and is available online in the WSU Directory.
  • If you are current faculty or staff, it is printed on your OneCard and is available online in the WSU Directory.
  • To look up your AccessID, go to the WSU Online Directory and search your name.

3. Type your WSU AccessID password under Your Password.

  • If you are a new student or new hire, your temporary password is your 9-digit personal ID (PID) number (e.g. 000999999). It is mailed to applicants and also printed on the student and employee OneCard.
  • The first time you log in to Academica, you are asked to change this password for security purposes.
  • In the future, if you forget your password, click Forgot your password? Click here on the login page.

NOTE: If you forget your password, you may reset it via your recovery email address. It may take up to 30 minutes for the password change to take effect within the system.