Wake Forest University
Overview
Student Population
| Location | Winston Salem, North Carolina |
| Online | wfu.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Winston Salem, North Carolina, Wake Forest University is a mid-size four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 12,937 prospective students applied, and 3,803 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,421 enrolled in the school. 7,880 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 521 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2018/2019, excluding room and board, is $52,348 plus fees of $974.
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Admission Standards
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 1, 2020 |
| Applicant Competition | High |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 |
| Other Fees | $974 |
| Room and Board | $14,416 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,400 |
| Total One Year Cost | $71,638 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 21% |
| Social Sciences | 20% |
| Communication | 8% |
| Biology | 7% |
| Psychology | 7% |
Other Colleges to Consider
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| B |
Bennett College for WomenGreensboro, North Carolina |
| A |
Averett UniversityDanville, Virginia |
| J |
Johnson C Smith UniversityCharlotte, North Carolina |
| A |
Alice Lloyd CollegePippa Passes, Kentucky |
| C |
Chowan UniversityMurfreesboro, North Carolina |
| V |
Virginia Union UniversityRichmond, Virginia |
| K |
Kentucky Mountain Bible CollegeVancleve, Kentucky |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=199847 IPEDS survey data for Wake Forest University.
