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Winston Salem State University

Overview

Student Population
5,098
Winston Salem State University overview
Location Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Online wssu.edu
School Type Public 4 Year
Winston Salem State University overview
Size Mid-size
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Religious Affiliation Undergrad/Graduate

Located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Winston Salem State University is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 4,295 prospective students applied, and 2,859 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 937 enrolled in the school.  4,346 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 752 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2017/2018, excluding room and board, is $3,401 plus fees of $2,540. WSSU is ranked 1196 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2019 U.S. Colleges Ranking.

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Admission Standards
Extremely Easy 
Winston Salem State University overview
SAT 970/1100
ACT 16/19
GPA 3.15
Applications Accepted
66.6% 
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Applications Due -
Applicant Competition Low
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Annual Cost to Attend

North Carolina Resident Tuition
$3,401
In State Costs for Winston Salem State University
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,300
Other Fees$2,540
Room and Board $10,029
Budget for Other Expenses$2,557
Total One Year Cost$19,827
Out of State Tuition
$13,648
Out of State Costs for Winston Salem State University
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,300
Other Fees$2,540
Room and Board $10,029
Budget for Other Expenses$2,557
Total One Year Cost$30,074
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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years
$35,700 per year
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
41% within 6 years
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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Winston Salem State University students
Subject Percent of Class
Health Professions 50%
Business 9%
Education 6%
Social Sciences 5%
Psychology 5%
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=199999 IPEDS survey data for Winston Salem State University.

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