School Information

53.0
Total Cost $14,656
Total Enrollment 6,427
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 17 : 1

Winston-Salem State University

http://www.wssu.edu
601 Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27110-0001
(336) 750-2000

Preparing diverse students for success in the 21st Century, Winston-Salem State University offers quality educational programs at the baccalaureate and graduate levels. Students are engaged in active and experiential learning and have access to education through flexible delivery modes. The University is dedicated to the development of students through excellence in teaching, scholarship and service. As a comprehensive, historically Black constituent institution of the University of North Carolina, Winston-Salem State University contributes to the social, cultural, intellectual and economic growth of the region, North Carolina and beyond.

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Public
Special Learning Opportunities ROTC (Army, Air Force)
Teacher certification
Distance learning opportunities
Study abroad
Weekend/evening college
Student Services Remedial services
Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Credit Accepted Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Not applicable
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered Bachelor's degree
Postbaccalaureate certificate
Master's degree
Campus Setting City: Midsize
Disability Services Student 3% or less
 
School Costs

At Winston-Salem State University, 94.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 70.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $5,904), and 69% receive loans ($6,592 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $7,134. Off campus it is around $7,134.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Winston-Salem State University is $7,759 per year.

Yearly Tuition
Winston-Salem State University Tuition Costs
Tuition Undergrad in State $3,522
Tuition Undergrad Out of State $12,508
Tuition Graduate in State $2,228
Tuition Graduate Out of State $11,414
Living Costs
Winston-Salem State University Total Costs
Total Expense in State on Campus $14,656
Total Expense Out of State On Campus $23,642
Total Expense In State Off Campus $14,656
Total Expense in State off Campus With Family $7,522
Total Expense Out of State Off Campus $23,642
Total Expense Out of State Off Campus With Familhy $16,508
 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 4,069 people applied to Winston-Salem State University. Of the applicants, 54.0% were admitted (52.0% male & 55.0% female ) and 62.0% accepted (63.0% male and 61.0% female)

Of the 5,960 undergraduate students at Winston-Salem State University, 11.0% are part-time. A majority (71.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 44.0% of the 467 graduate students are part-time.

Percent of In-State Undergrads     87.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     78.0%
Part Time Retention Rates     50.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     20.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     45.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     36.0%
 
Admissions
Admissions Office Phone 336-750-2905.
Admissions Office Email admissions@wssu.edu
Admissions Office Address 137 Anderson Center, Winston-Salem, NC 27110
Admissions Transfer URL http://www.wssu.edu/WSSU/FutureStudents/
Admissions Website http://www.wssu.edu/WSSU/About/Information/Apply+Online.htm (find financial aid info here)
Application Website http://www.ncmentor.org/Applications/University_of_North_Carolina/apply.html?application_id=1552
Application Fee $40

In order to be accepted to Winston-Salem State University, you should have:

  • A High School GPA
  • A High School Record
  • Completed a college prep course
  • SAT and ACT test scores
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
Winston-Salem State University SAT SCORES
SAT Reading (25th Percentile) 390
SAT Reading (75th Percentile) 470
SAT Math (25th Percentile) 400
SAT Math (75th Percentile) 470
SAT Writing (25th Percentile) 380
SAT Writing (75th Percentile) 450
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 15
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 19
ACT English (25th Percentile) 13
ACT English (75th Percentile) 18
ACT Math (25th Percentile) 16
ACT Math (75th Percentile) 19
 
Winston-Salem State University Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Area, ethnic, cultural, and gender studies 0
African-American/Black Studies 0
Biological and biomedical sciences 21
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 18
Biotechnology 1
Molecular Biology 2
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 92 21
Accounting 13
Business Administration and Management, General 68 21
Finance, General 8
Marketing/Marketing Management, General 3
Communication, journalism, and related programs 28
Mass Communication/Media Studies 28
Computer and information sciences and support services 0 30 7
Computer and Information Sciences, General 7
Computer Programming/Programmer, General 0
Computer Science 15
Information Science/Studies 10
Information Technology 5
Education 0 51 9
Art Teacher Education 1
Education/Teaching Individuals - Specific Learning Disabilities 3
Elementary Education and Teaching 18 9
English/Language Arts Teacher Education 0
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching 2
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching 22
Mathematics Teacher Education 0
Music Teacher Education 0
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 5
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other 0
Teaching English as Second/Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor 0 0
English language and literature/letters 9
English Language and Literature, General 9
Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics 1
Spanish Language and Literature 1
Health professions and related clinical sciences 0 483 90
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist 19
Family Practice Nurse/Nurse Practitioner 45
Health/Health Care Administration/Management 0 0
Nursing, Other 0
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) 403
Occupational Therapy/Therapist 13
Physical Therapy/Therapist 21
Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy 10
Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling/Counselor 51 11
History 7
History, General 7
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities 54
General Studies 54
Mathematics and statistics 7
Mathematics, General 7
Multi/interdisciplinary studies 9
Gerontology 9
Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies 48
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 32
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management 0
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 16
Physical sciences 11
Chemistry, General 11
Psychology 54
Psychology, General 54
Public administration and social service professions 3
Public Administration 0
Social Work 3
Security and protective services 11
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 11
Social sciences 82
Economics, General 6
Political Science and Government, General 28
Sociology 48
Visual and performing arts 11
Art/Art Studies, General 5
Music Management and Merchandising 6
 
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