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Wake Forest University
Winston-Salem,
NC
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate25%
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About Wake Forest
Wake Forest University is a prestigious private university ranked among the top universities in the United States. Wake Forest is known for its strong academic programs, distinguished faculty, and holistic approach to education.
Some of the most popular majors at Wake Forest University include biology, psychology, english, communication, political science, and computer science. Students are encouraged to participate in hands-on learning and the university offers many opportunities including student research, internships, community service, and community service.
The student community at Wake Forest is strong and supportive. The university has a relatively small number of students, so there are many opportunities for small group interactions and even close interactions between students and faculty.
Wake Forest University is a member of the Atlantic Coast Conference and competes against schools like Clemson and UNC Chapel Hill at the NCAA Division I level. Sports culture at Wake Forest is strong, and students are eager to support the Wake Forest Demon Deacons teams. The basketball team is particularly successful and has a rich and passionate fan base. Other popular sports at Wake Forest include football, soccer, field hockey, and tennis.
Did You Know?
Wake Forest University emphasizes the importance of global engagement for students. The university offers many programs that promote international study opportunities like study abroad, the cross-cultural engagement program, and global studies courses.
What the CC Community is saying about Wake Forest
"There are plenty of “intellectuals” but I would say the scale weighs more heavily to the equally smart, but more active types. From what we’ve seen [. . .] Wake is full of very smart, sharp, active students that are serious about their studies but like to have a good time."
"Our impression was that Greek life was a large part of the social scene, and then there are the ‘Work Forest’ and ‘Work Hard Play Hard’ phrases that go along with the school."
Wake Forest University is a private, nonprofit university in the suburb of Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Wake Forest was founded in 1834. The college enrolls around 8,947 students per year, including 5,494 undergrad students.
2022 Acceptance Rate for Wake Forest University
It is very difficult to get into Wake Forest. The acceptance rate at Wake Forest is 25%. In 2022, 3,816 out of 15,156 total applicants were accepted.
| Wake Forest University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 25% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | Info Not Available |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 23% |
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Wake Forest Campus Tours
Wake Forest University is located in the town of Winston-Salem, North Carolina,.
If you would like to see Wake Forest for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 40 to Winston-Salem, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Piedmont Triad International.
You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Wake Forest University and Winston-Salem are like without leaving home.
College Info
Wake Forest Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Jan 1
Transfer Applications are Due
Not available
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Wake Forest is Jan 1.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Wake Forest University is a member of the Coalition for College.
More than an application, the Coalition provides free tools and resources to help students through the college admissions process, beginning as early as 9th grade.
Wake Forest SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1380 - 1480
Math SAT Range
680 - 770
Reading SAT Range
670 - 730
Wake Forest Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$84,236
In State$84,236
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$63,608
$63,608
Fees
$1,150
$1,150
Housing
$17,848
$17,848
Books
$1,630
$1,630
Student Life
Wondering what life at Wake Forest is like? There are approximately 8,947 students enrolled at Wake Forest, including 5,494 undergraduate students and 3,453 graduate students. 98% percent of students attend school full-time, 27% percent are from NC and 73% percent of students are from other states.
98%
Full Time1%
Part Time27%
In State73%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
8,947
Campus Setting
Suburban
Acceptance Rate
25%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Jan 1
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