Winston-Salem State University
Historically Black college or university · Winston-Salem, NC · 4,170 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
78%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
830–1020
ACT (middle 50%)
15–20
Average net price
$12,817
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$22,875
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
47%
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 Winston-Salem State University?
Winston-Salem State University accepts about 78 of every 100 applicants (78%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 830 and 1020 on the SAT. A score at or above 1020 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 830, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 15–20.
The latest federal data says Winston-Salem State 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 Winston-Salem State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Winston-Salem State University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $22,875 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $12,817 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 $16,754 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$6,098
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$16,754
- Room & board$11,768
- Total cost of attendance$22,875
- Average net price after grants$12,817
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Biology, Business, Psychology, Liberal Arts & General Studies.
Winston-Salem State University FAQ
- What is Winston-Salem State University's acceptance rate?
- 78% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Winston-Salem State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 830–1020. Aim for 1020 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Winston-Salem State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 15–20.
- Is Winston-Salem State University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Winston-Salem State 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 Winston-Salem State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Winston-Salem State University cost?
- About $22,875 a year before aid; $12,817 on average after grants.
- What is Winston-Salem State University's FAFSA school code?
- 002986. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Winston-Salem State University receives your information.
- What is Winston-Salem State University's graduation rate?
- 47% of students finish within six years.
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