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Winston-Salem State University

Also known as: WSSU

📍 Winston-Salem, North Carolina🏛️ Urban Setting👥 4,170 Undergrads🔗 www.wssu.edu

Overview

Winston-Salem State University is an medium public research university in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. It enrolls about 4,170 undergraduate students with an acceptance rate of 78%. Graduates earn a median of $45,344 ten years after entry.

Quick Stats

Acceptance Rate

78%

Less Selective

SAT Avg

945

430–520

Net Price

$13,479

After avg. aid

Grad Rate (6yr)

47%

Retention

77%

First-year, FT

Median Earnings

$45,344

10 yrs after entry

Admissions

Less Selective

Acceptance Rate

78.3%

SAT Average

945

ACT Composite

15–20

Test Policy

Considered but not required

SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)

EBRW (Reading & Writing)

200430 – 520 (mid 50%)800

Math

200400 – 500 (mid 50%)800

ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)

Composite

115 – 20 (mid 50%)36

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition

$6,126

Annual + fees

Out-of-State

$16,782

Annual + fees

Cost of Attendance

$23,147

Total annual

Avg. Net Price

$13,479

After aid

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Avg. Net Price
$0 – $30,000	$11,463
$30,001 – $48,000	$12,412
$48,001 – $75,000	$14,681
$75,001 – $110,000	$18,813
$110,001 +	$21,405

Financial Aid Snapshot

% with federal loans

67.9%

Academics & Programs

Winston-Salem State University offers programs across 20 fields. Top by degrees awarded:

Health Professions

36.7%

Biological & Biomedical Sciences

11.5%

Business, Management & Marketing

9.7%

Psychology

6.7%

Liberal Arts & General Studies

6.5%

Social Sciences

4.7%

Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness

4.6%

Homeland Security & Law Enforcement

4.0%

Outcomes

6-Year Grad Rate

47%

On-Time (4yr)

30%

Retention (FT)

77%

% Earning >$25K

65%

10 yrs after entry

Median Earnings After Entry

6 years

$40,557

8 years

$43,867

10 years

$45,344

Graduation Rate by Race

Asian

0.0%

White

20.8%

Diversity

Race & Ethnicity

White

4.9%

Black or African American

83.2%

Asian

0.6%

Hispanic / Latino

4.8%

Two or more races

4.0%

International

0.7%

Gender

Women

73.6%

Men

26.4%

Background

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Winston-Salem State University hard to get into?

Less Selective — the acceptance rate is 78%. Admitted students average an SAT of 945.

How much does Winston-Salem State University cost?

In-state tuition is $6,126, and out-of-state is $16,782. Average net price after financial aid is $13,479.

What is Winston-Salem State University known for?

Most popular programs include Health Professions, Biological & Biomedical Sciences, Business, Management & Marketing.

What's the graduation rate at Winston-Salem State University?

The 6-year graduation rate is 47%, and 77% of first-year, full-time students return for their second year.

Data source: U.S. Department of Education.