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Wake Forest

Acceptance rate
22
%
ACT middle 50%
32
–
34
Applications
18727
Undergraduates
5490

Overview

Wake Forest University, located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, is a nationally recognized institution known for its commitment to academic excellence, interdisciplinary collaboration, and community engagement. With a student body of nearly 9,000 and a student-to-faculty ratio of 11:1, Wake Forest offers a liberal arts curriculum across undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs, including business, law, medicine, and divinity. The university emphasizes holistic education, leadership, and character development, guided by its motto "Pro Humanitate" (for humanity). Over 85% of undergraduates participate in study abroad programs, and more than 97% of recent graduates are employed or pursuing further education. Wake Forest is also distinguished by its vibrant campus life, over 250 student organizations, strong athletic tradition, and a deep connection to the Winston-Salem community through longstanding initiatives like Project Pumpkin and the World Cultural Festival.

Admissions Information

Applications received
18727
Students admitted
4058
Acceptance rate
22
%
Undergraduate enrollment
5490
Admissions data:
2024-25
·
IPEDS (HD2025, IC2025, ADM2024, DRVEF2024)

Test Scores

Middle 50% scores
25th percentile
75th percentile
SAT Reading & Writing
700
750
SAT Math
710
770
ACT Composite
32
34
Students submitting SAT
22
%
Test policy

Application Information

Regular deadline
1-Jan-27
Early deadline
Early Decision: Nov 15, 2026; Early Decision II: Jan 1, 2027; Early Action: Nov 15, 2026
Accepts the Common Application
Yes
College Board code
5885
Admissions website

Characteristics

School type
Private
Setting
City: Large
Undergraduate size
2,500–7,500
Athletics
Division I
Intercollegiate
Intramural
Club
Competitiveness
Competitive

Contact information

Address
1834 Wake Forest Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27106
Phone
(336) 758-5000

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