CollegeGrad School
Winston-Salem State University
- 4 Year
- Winston-Salem, NC
- 1,204 reviews
- AcademicsB-
- ValueB-
- DiversityB
- CampusB-
- AthleticsB
- Party SceneA
- ProfessorsB+
- LocationC+
- DormsC+
- Campus FoodC+
- Student LifeB+
- SafetyC+
- Branch of
- University of North Carolina System
Athletic Division
NCAA Division II (with football)
Athletic Conference
Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association
Winston-Salem State University Rankings
Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.
WSSU Admissions
Acceptance Rate
65%
SAT Range
890-1030
ACT Range
16-19
Application Fee
$50
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
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Cost
Net Price
$11,783/ year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$8,036/ year
National
$7,535Students Receiving Financial Aid
97%
Academics
Professors
B+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
14:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
- 74%
- of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.72 responses
- 63%
- of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.90 responses
- 63%
- of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.89 responses
Majors
Most Popular Majors
Nursing
307 GraduatesLiberal Arts and Humanities
66 GraduatesHealthcare Management
62 GraduatesRehabilitation and Therapy
56 GraduatesPsychology
53 GraduatesKinesiology and Exercise Science
47 GraduatesBusiness
44 GraduatesMedical Laboratory Technician
36 GraduatesBiology
32 GraduatesCriminal Justice and Safety Studies
32 Graduates
Online
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
4,124Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
617
Undergrads Over 25
11%
Pell Grant
75%
Varsity Athletes
5%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
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Poll
- 52%
- of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.103 responses
Poll
- 72%
- of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.127 responses
After College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$33,200/ year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
51%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
94%
National
83%- 94%
- of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.51 responses
Winston-Salem State University Reviews
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Winston-salem State University is an excellent school! This is only my sophomore year and I’ve learned so much. My educational experience here at Winston-salem State will definitely mold me to become successful at the career I choose to pursue. I have also gained so many friendships and relationships with classmates, professors, even the janitors cleaning the school! Every is friendly and easy to get along with. Attending Winston-salem State University has been the best decision I’ve ever made!
First off I would like to say, I love HBCU, but not every school is perfect. We have our flaws, but who doesn't. My college experience so far has been a roller coaster, but a fun one. The culture at my school is UNDEFEATED! My freshman year was exciting and a real eye-opener. I learned a lot that year pertaining to friendships, guys, the school, and even myself. I had a minor setback but I came back my sophomore year, somewhat. Now going into my Junior year and experiencing what I have experienced, I know that I just got to keep my head up and pushing forward to the end because I know I got this.
My experience at Winston-Salem State University was very interesting. As a first-time freshman, the staff went out of their way to ensure that I knew where to locate all the resources. My professors were thorough, meticulous, and eager to stay behind for additional assistance. The environment was extremely welcoming and supportive. I stayed in the Martin Schneider dorm in the spring of 2020. The room size was the perfect size for two young adults. The distance of my dorm to classes and the cafe was favorable. The cleaning staff ensured the bathrooms and living spaces were well cleaned. Lastly, as a student-athlete the coaches, trainers, and medics are amazing. I've never felt like I've been in better hands. My collected experiences have influenced me to the best version of myself and a proud ram.