2023 Best Colleges in the Greensboro Area

• Winston-salem, NC•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.71 out of 5  850 reviews

Niche User: Small school academic benefits with a favorable student/faculty ratio wrapped in the benefits of a big school spirit. Wake has a rigorous curriculum backed by caring, involved professors. Its gorgeous tree lined campus (ranked as one of the most beautiful by Architectural Digest) has plenty of outdoor space for study and play, and has modern student housing and facilities. Downtown Winston Salem, a burgeoning area with great cafes, restaurants and arts scene, is only a short drive from campus. Although ranked #23 by US News as "best value", it is still underrated. Graduates benefit from the support of a strong alum network and a Wake diploma is highly regarded on a national level. Go Deacs!... Read 850 reviews

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 25%

• Net price $24,643

• SAT range 1270-1410

• Winston Salem, NC•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.77 out of 5  261 reviews

Sophomore: UNC School of the Arts is an amazing school! It's a very small campus, which helps students receive specific feedback and gives the chance to build up friendships and relationships between your classmates.... Read 261 reviews

• grade B+

• Acceptance rate 30%

• Net price $12,097

• SAT range 1120-1380

• Greensboro, NC•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.73 out of 5  3,098 reviews

Freshman: Beginning college is a stressful experience for any freshman, and the University of North Carolina at Greensboro has allowed me to transition into this new chapter of my life with ease— I have been able to make friends through orientation and other campus programs, connect with professors who encourage my academic and professional endeavors, and access resources to further push me to be the best version of myself possible. There are a plethora of centers available for students to use, such as the writing center, speaking center, and free counseling, as well as the on-campus gym which has three floors and an amazing array of amenities. Choosing UNCG has been the best choice of my academic career, and I would recommend it to any student entering their first year of college!... Read 3,098 reviews

• grade B+

• Acceptance rate 91%

• Net price $9,950

• SAT range 1020-1260

• Elon, NC•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.58 out of 5  1,537 reviews

Freshman: I love Elon! The community is so welcoming, and you can tell my stepping on the beautiful campus. The school supplies so many opportunities for students to get involved. Org fairs are amazing ways to find new things that you may be interested in, and meet others who have the same interests as you. Almost all of the undergraduate teachers that I have had are very understanding and genuinely want to see their students succeed. The night life is very fun, however parties start later than at other universities. Dining options are very good and there are plenty of retail places that you can 'swipe' into a select number of times a week, depending on your meal plan. I have no complaints about Elon and would highly recommend applying!... Read 1,537 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 78%

• Net price $40,366

• SAT range 1160-1320

• Greensboro, NC•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.72 out of 5  3,003 reviews

Junior: As a student at North Carolina A&T State University, I have had the privilege of experiencing a truly remarkable educational journey. From the moment I stepped foot on campus, I knew that I was part of something special. This renowned institution has provided me with not only a top-notch education but also a supportive and vibrant community that has helped shape me into the person I am today. One of the standout aspects of my experience at North Carolina A&T State University is the quality of the faculty. The professors are not only knowledgeable in their respective fields but also deeply passionate about teaching and guiding their students. They create an engaging and inclusive learning environment, fostering intellectual curiosity and critical thinking. The dedication and accessibility of the faculty have been instrumental in my academic growth, as they are always available to provide guidance and support, both inside and outside the classroom.... Read 3,003 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 57%

• Net price $9,145

• SAT range 990-1170

• Winston-salem, NC•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.61 out of 5  1,259 reviews

Junior: Winston Salem State University has made it a point to make information accessible. I am a transfer student from a community college and the transfer could not have gone smoother! My advisor has been extremely helpful in answering a long list of questions about transferring credits, my path towards a Doctorate of Physical Therapy program, and more. Overall, they are an affordable, inclusive, and helpful university that I would recommend to many people. I have several friends and family members that have earned degrees here and they all have had good things to say!... Read 1,259 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 81%

• Net price $12,976

• SAT range 880-1040

• High Point, NC•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.74 out of 5  1,512 reviews

Niche User: Forever grateful for HPU. My student is about to graduate and I have loved every minute of the HPU experience. From the academic innovation, to the incredible hospitality for parents on campus, to helping my daughter secure a job (already)! even before graduation. Incredible school, incredible leadership, HPU is the place to be! You can't miss the energy you feel when walking that campus. Can't wait for graduation!... Read 1,512 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 80%

• Net price $40,604

• SAT range 1080-1300

• Greensboro, NC•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.43 out of 5  462 reviews

Senior: Guilford is a very fun institution to attend there are a lot of possibilities that the school offers and there are so many friendly and helpful staff in the financial aid department. I highly recommend coming to Guilford the rooms are really good and there are plenty of opportunities to thrive and become a part of the Guilford community. Our new President Kyle Farmbry has been very motivational and has gotten a lot of respect from the students after we lost our last President. But actions speak far louder than words do. Apply and find out for yourself!... Read 462 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 82%

• Net price $25,785

• SAT range 950-1200

• Salisbury, NC•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.57 out of 5  347 reviews

Graduate Student: The majority of my time at Catawba is going nicely. The school's personnel and instructors are kind, and I enjoy the environment. I'd like to see the classrooms and buildings renovated because they need to be updated.The gym also need restoration because it is too tiny for a school with that many kids. The "quad," which serves as the hub of campus, is typically empty because there is little to do there. The school needs to do a better job of organizing activities so that children may interact and develop friends.... Read 347 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 56%

• Net price $19,276

• SAT range 990-1150

• Greensboro, NC•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.69 out of 5  239 reviews

Niche User: The diversity and attention to detail in this school was profound. Each and every professor was deticated to pushing their students to excellence and I felt my academic needs were beyond met. There was a sense of family on campus that was instilled through faculty and students. One negative aspect of this University is the overall location. It sort of seems as if it was just squished into the middle of a town with no thought, and doesn't have much of a traditional "college" feel. Despite this, I loved the experience and education this school gave me and would reccomend.... Read 239 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 88%

• Net price $16,239

• SAT range 900-1100

• Salisbury, NC•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.33 out of 5  575 reviews

Junior: During my duration at Livingstone College, I experienced a lot of bonding with friends that became family. It is a very family-orientated school. The best advice I would give is, let the people make the best of your college experience! Jasmine Barnett... Read 575 reviews

• grade C minus

• Acceptance rate 51%

• Net price $15,205

• SAT range 810-960

• Greensboro, NC•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 4.04 out of 5  216 reviews

Graduate Student: Strayer Universuty is amazing! The professors are knowledgeable not just with the course material but with real world application. The information we learn can be used immediately in our professional lives and by those of us with entrepreneurial endeavors. The flexibility Strayer provides its students is crucial and enables our success. I also love how Strayer rewards us for our hard work and is always encouraging us to keep pushing.... Read 216 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $19,631

• SAT range —

• Winston-salem, NC•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.4 out of 5  114 reviews

Freshman: As an international student, guidance has been outstanding. Everyone has been kind and patient in explaining and helping in anything I require.... Read 114 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 46%

• Net price $14,179

• SAT range 840-1060

• Winston-salem, NC•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.58 out of 5  525 reviews

Alum: Before Salem, I was high school student that was shy and was nervous about the fact that I was the first person in my family to go to college. Salem helped me become a confident leader!... Read 525 reviews

• grade C

• Acceptance rate 90%

• Net price $11,408

• SAT range 930-1140

• Greensboro, NC•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.14 out of 5  416 reviews

Alum: As an Education major during the Fall of 2018, Bennett College's Department of Education allowed me to work with kids in a classroom during a practicum process. I did mine with third graders at Washington Montessori Elementary School in Greensboro, NC. In the spring of 2018, I switched majors to Interdisciplinary Studies with a concentration in History. Thus far, the area of study has helped me think critically and develop lesson plans and activities for my future students in the classroom environment and overcome my fear of public speaking. However, it is still a working progress. With the practice in the past from being an Education major and my internship as an Interdisciplinary Studies Major, it has given me the chance to work with different age groups of children. Therefore, my degree, Interdisciplinary Studies that I received during my undergraduate years has prepared me for the leadership of becoming a teacher.... Read 416 reviews

• grade C minus

• Acceptance rate 79%

• Net price $23,140

• SAT range 800-1000

• Winston Salem, NC•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Alum: Straightforward curriculum and knowledgeable instructors. Overall experience was great scholastic and diverse fellowship... Read 1 review

• grade unavailable

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $7,738

• SAT range —