Winston-Salem State University
Winston-Salem, North Carolina · Public
Avg Earnings (5yr)
$40,557
Acceptance Rate
69%
Graduation Rate
49%
Annual Tuition
$6,735
Quick answer
According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of Winston-Salem State University earn a median of $45,344 ten years after entry — 16% below the national median. Acceptance rate 68.6%, average SAT score 945, in-state tuition $6,735.
At a Glance
Total Students
4,244
Retention Rate
75%
Faculty Ratio
16
Financial Aid
62%
Median Debt
$25,000
Campus Setting
City
Institution Type
Public
Admissions: SAT & ACT Scores
Average SAT Score
945
SAT Reading/Writing (middle 50%)
430–520
SAT Math (middle 50%)
400–500
ACT Composite (middle 50%)
15–20
Institution Overview
Winston-Salem State University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 68.6% and a student body of 4244. The university retains 74.8% of its students. The graduation rate is 49.1%. The average in-state tuition is $6735, and 62.3% of students receive financial aid.
One year after graduation, alumni earn a median of $41957. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $40557, and after ten years, the median earnings are $45344. The median debt for graduates is $25000.
Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data
Earning Projection Over Time
$42k
1 YEAR
$41k
5 YEARS
$45k
10 YEARS
Graduate Outcomes
One year after graduation, Winston-Salem State University alumni earn a median of $41,957. Five years after graduation, median earnings are $40,557. Ten years after graduation, median earnings rise to $45,344. The median debt for graduates is $25,000.
Winston-Salem State University has a 68.6% acceptance rate and a 49.1% graduation rate. The retention rate is 74.8%. 62.3% of students receive financial aid. The in-state tuition is $6,735.
Popular Programs
Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
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Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Psychology, General
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Criminal Justice and Corrections
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Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
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Campus Location
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Winston-Salem, NC 27110-0001
Winston-Salem State University is located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. The campus is in a city setting.