Wake Forest University
Private college · Winston-Salem, NC · 5,485 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
22%
Very selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1410–1520
ACT (middle 50%)
32–34
Average net price
$28,165
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$91,202
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
90%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Wake Forest University?
Wake Forest University accepts about 22 of every 100 applicants (22%), which makes it very selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1410 and 1520 on the SAT. A score at or above 1520 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1410, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 32–34.
The latest federal data says Wake Forest University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Wake Forest University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Wake Forest University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $91,202 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $28,165 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $70,332 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$70,332
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$70,332
- Room & board$19,054
- Total cost of attendance$91,202
- Average net price after grants$28,165
Popular majors
Business, Social Sciences, Communications, Psychology, Parks, Recreation & Fitness.
Wake Forest University FAQ
- What is Wake Forest University's acceptance rate?
- 22% — very selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Wake Forest University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1410–1520. Aim for 1520 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Wake Forest University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 32–34.
- Is Wake Forest University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Wake Forest University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Wake Forest University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Wake Forest University cost?
- About $91,202 a year before aid; $28,165 on average after grants.
- What is Wake Forest University's FAFSA school code?
- 002978. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Wake Forest University receives your information.
- What is Wake Forest University's graduation rate?
- 90% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Wake Forest University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabarrus College of Health SciencesConcord, NC | 23% | — | $16,171 | 44% |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel HillChapel Hill, NC | 15% | 1390–1530 | $11,305 | 91% |
| Davidson CollegeDavidson, NC | 13% | 1400–1530 | $15,060 | 90% |
| University of North Carolina School of the ArtsWinston Salem, NC | 30% | 1140–1370 | $14,859 | 80% |
| University of RichmondUniversity of Richmond, VA | 22% | 1410–1530 | $34,256 | 87% |
| Skidmore CollegeSaratoga Springs, NY | 21% | 1340–1480 | $31,829 | 82% |