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Wake Forest University

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Offering the personal attention of a small liberal arts college, coupled with the breadth and global relevancy of a leading research institution, Wake Forest claims the distinction of being the nation's premier collegiate university. Our mission is to educate the whole person, graduating students who seek purpose-filled lives while building a community dedicated to serving humanity in the spirit of our motto, Pro Humanitate.
Accepts first-year applicationsSouthPrivateSuburbanMedium (2,001 to 14,999)Co-Ed
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Academic programs

  • Engineering
  • Research
  • Science
  • Technology
  • Liberal Arts
  • Business
  • Education
  • Communication
  • Music
  • Economics
  • Finance/Accounting
  • Government/Political Science
  • Health Science
  • Performing Arts
  • Social Science
  • Visual Arts
  • Psychology
  • Computer Science
  • Public health

Student experience

  • Athletics
  • Co-op/Internship Opportunities
  • Disability Services
  • Greek Life
  • Intramural/Club Sports
  • LGBTQIA Services
  • On-Campus Housing
  • ROTC Program
  • Study Abroad
  • Undergraduate Research

Application information

First-year

In addition to the items above, the following application materials are also expected of International applicants: 
  • Confidential Financial Form (found in application status portal)
  • Evidence of English proficiency, via TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo scores

Transfer

  • $85 application fee
  • Official high school transcript
  • Transcripts from all colleges attended
  • Dean’s Statement, which is required after enrollment but prior to matriculation.
  • SAT/ACT scores (optional)
In addition to the items above, the following application materials are also expected of International applicants: 
  • Confidential Financial Form (found in application status portal)
  • Evidence of English proficiency, via TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo scores

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Additional information

As an institution, we are committed to meeting 100% of the full demonstrated need of our admitted students. For best consideration for admission, we'd encourage you to complete the financial aid application early.

There is no separate application required to be considered for merit-based scholarships; you simply need to apply by November 15.

Visit us

Wake Forest offers both Information Sessions and Campus tours throughout the year. Information sessions —where you will receive an hour-long overview of Wake Forest and the admissions process— are held prior to most campus tours. Please see our Campus Visit Experience page for more details and to register. It’s best to register in advance. We accommodate walk-ins only as space allows.

You can also take a self-guided tour to explore campus on your own or check out our virtual campus tour if you’re unable to visit Wake Forest in-person.

We're called Work Forest for a reason. You are about to trade comfort for trepidation, familiarity for the unknown. We commit to create an experience and environment that challenges you completely. Yours is to give nothing less than your all.