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Winston-Salem State University

#433 in US ranking Winston-Salem, NC
Type:
Public
Programs:
4 years or more

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Winston-Salem State University award

Cost

Cost / year
$22,875
Tuition & fees
$6,057
Avg. aid
$9,813
Receiving aid
97%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
78%
SAT range
830–1020
ACT range
15–20

Outcomes

Graduation rate
47%
Median salary
$46,027
1 yr after graduation

What are the popular events and traditions at Winston-Salem State University?

Homecoming is one of WSSU's recurring campus traditions, bringing together students and alumni around scheduled university and athletics events. Because activities and access rules change each year, the published program is more useful than assuming a particular parade, performance or game will always occur.

WSSU also identifies a Lyceum Series and International Week among its recurring events. The Lyceum Series provides a setting for cultural or intellectual programming, while International Week draws attention to international perspectives and activities. Together with Homecoming, these events offer different ways to engage with campus beyond coursework.

What are the student housing and dining options at Winston-Salem State University?

WSSU offers university-operated, coeducational housing to undergraduates, along with campus dining options. Housing availability should not be interpreted as a promise of a particular room or guaranteed placement for every applicant.

Students considering a residence hall should review the current housing application, eligibility rules, assignment timetable and contract before making plans. Room types and meal-plan requirements can affect both daily routines and charges. Off-campus students should compare rent with utilities, travel and parking rather than comparing rent only with a published residence-hall charge. Campus residents should also confirm which dining plan applies to their housing assignment and whether its coverage matches how often they expect to eat on campus.

Winston-Salem State University Campus Life

College owned housing available

Yes

Co-ed housing

Yes

Freshmen can park on campus

No

Highspeed speed internet

Yes

Winston-Salem State University Campus at a Glance

Student-to-faculty ratio
17:1
Undergraduates living on campus
50%
Campus size
117 acres

Winston-Salem State University Career Help & Outcomes

Career Centers:

Full time employees: 4

Career Counselling:

Individual: All undergraduates

Group: All undergraduates

Career Center services:

  • Job Interviews
  • Resume preparation
  • Career/Interest testing
  • Interview workshop
  • Alumni network

Other information:

Job bank on campus

Yes

Job fairs on campus

Yes

Individual job placement

All undergraduates

On campus employer recruitment

All undergraduates

Winston-Salem State University Library Services and Resources

Main library name

C.G. O'Kelly Library

Number of libraries on campus

2

Reservable study rooms in library

Yes

24h access

No

Physical facilities

Yes

Access to digital/electronic resources

Yes

Staff trained to provide and interpret library materials

Yes

Established library hours

Yes

Access to library collections that are shared with other institutions

Yes

Winston-Salem State University Computer Labs Access

  • 24h access
  • Help desk

Winston-Salem State University Location & Map

Data last updated on November 5, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.

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