Winston-Salem State University Admissions

Winston-Salem State University is less selective with a 73% acceptance rate. Most applicants who meet basic requirements will gain admission to this historically Black university. Students typically score between 830-1050 on the SAT, with an average of 940. The ACT average sits at 17. Three-quarters of students return for their sophomore year, indicating solid academic support once enrolled. WSSU seeks students committed to serving their communities, particularly those interested in nursing, education, and healthcare fields. The university values students who embrace its motto "Enter to Learn, Depart to Serve" and want to join a close-knit campus where women comprise 75% of the student body.