Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
21.56%
SAT Average
1,469
ACT Range
32-34
Wake Forest University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 21.56%. This means approximately 216 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 5,471 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
21.56%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $64,758 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $64,758 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $82,818 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $28,746 | State avg: $14,661. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 9.49% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 14.58% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Wake Forest University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$64,758
Room and board
$17,848
Books and supplies
$1,630
Other expenses
$3,320
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$82,818
Average net price
$28,746
Average aid coverage
65%
$54,072 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Wake Forest University pays approximately $28,746 per year after grants and aid. This is above the North Carolina average of $14,661 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Wake Forest University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to North Carolina and national averages.
Wake Forest University net price
$28,746
North Carolina average
$14,661
National average
$17,506
Wake Forest University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $64,758 and average net price at $28,746. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$64,758
Current net price
$28,746
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
90.87%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$78,158
Undergraduates
5,471
10-Year Median Earnings - Wake Forest University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Wake Forest University graduates earn about 1.8x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Wake Forest University?
Undergraduates
5,471
Completion rate
90.87%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
9.49%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
14.58%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 9.49% of Wake Forest University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 14.58% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Wake Forest University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Wake Forest University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Wake Forest University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Wake Forest University is listed at 1834 Wake Forest Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27106. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Wake Forest University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wake Forest University | 21.56% | $64,758 | $28,746 | $78,158 |
| Duke University | 6.78% | $65,805 | $34,454 | $97,800 |
| Chamberlain University-North Carolina | 66.67% | $19,686 | $21,664 | $92,405 |
| Davidson College | 14.48% | $60,300 | $18,127 | $81,400 |
| Elon University | 67.31% | $44,536 | $41,048 | $74,545 |
Similar Schools in Winston-Salem
This local cluster focuses on nearby Winston-Salem schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Winston-Salem.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wake Forest University's acceptance rate?
Wake Forest University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 21.56%.
How much is Wake Forest University tuition?
Wake Forest University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $64,758.
What is Wake Forest University's average net price?
Wake Forest University's average net price in the local dataset is $28,746.
What does Wake Forest University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $11,554 for Wake Forest University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Wake Forest University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $78,158 for Wake Forest University.
Is Wake Forest University accredited?
Wake Forest University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Wake Forest University?
The local dataset lists 5,471 undergraduate students at Wake Forest University.
What percentage of Wake Forest University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Wake Forest University in the local dataset is 9.49%.
What is the federal loan rate at Wake Forest University?
The federal loan rate for Wake Forest University in the local dataset is 14.58%.
Where should I verify Wake Forest University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Wake Forest University or the latest official federal education data.