Winston-Salem State University
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and families looking for lower cost. earnings-to-debt ratio is tight. 65% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
Winston-Salem State University is a public institution located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina with approximately 4,170 undergraduate students enrolled. Winston-Salem State University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 78%. The average net price after financial aid is $13,479 per year. The graduation rate is 47%, and the typical graduate earns $37,200 within 10 years of enrollment.
Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) is a public historically black university in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States. It is part of the University of North Carolina system.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $13,393/year after aid, this is one of the more affordable HBCU options in the Southeast, and the relatively low median debt of $18,447 at graduation keeps financial risk manageable. However, the 49% graduation rate is a real concern — only about half of students who start here finish, which means you should seriously ask what support systems you'll need to be in that half. Median earnings of $37,200 a decade out are modest, so this school makes the most sense if you're drawn to specific strong programs like nursing or have a clear plan to finish on time.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Admissions
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: -11% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Worth scrutinizing. Median earnings relative to debt are tight.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (4,170 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
Winston-Salem State University
601 S. Martin Luther King Jr Dr
Winston-Salem, NC 27110-0001
Official Links
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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