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Since its founding in 1834, Wake Forest University has built on its tradition of academic excellence and service to humanity. With 4,500 undergraduates, the University provides the highly personalized attention characteristic of America’s most selective private institutions coupled with the breadth and depth of a large research institution. The University is recognized for its outstanding academic reputation and challenging liberal arts curriculum.Wake Forest embraces the teacher-scholar ideal, prizing personal interaction between students and faculty. It is a place where exceptional teaching, fundamental research and discovery, and the engagement of faculty and students in the classroom and the laboratory are paramount.

The Graduate School for Arts and Sciences, along with professional schools in law, medicine, business and divinity, enrich the intellectual environment and provide robust resources to undergraduates, as do extensive programs in the humanities, international studies, entrepreneurship and undergraduate research.

The University further distinguishes itself through its beautiful residential campus, sophisticated computing and networking technology, and Atlantic Coast Conference athletic programs. Wake Forest is home to the Center for Nanotechnology and Molecular Materials, which works closely with the industry leaders to transfer its groundbreaking work in nanotechology to practical applications in the areas of medicine, manufacturing and national defense. The Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine is an international leader in the translation of scientific discovery into clinical therapies.

About Wake Forest University

Since its founding in 1834, Wake Forest University has built on its tradition of academic excellence and service to humanity. With 4,500 undergraduates, the University provides the highly personalized attention characteristic of America’s most selective private institutions coupled with the breadth and depth of a large research institution. The University is recognized for its outstanding academic reputation and challenging liberal arts curriculum.Wake Forest embraces the teacher-scholar ideal, prizing personal interaction between students and faculty. It is a place where exceptional teaching, fundamental research and discovery, and the engagement of faculty and students in the classroom and the laboratory are paramount.

The Graduate School for Arts and Sciences, along with professional schools in law, medicine, business and divinity, enrich the intellectual environment and provide robust resources to undergraduates, as do extensive programs in the humanities, international studies, entrepreneurship and undergraduate research.

The University further distinguishes itself through its beautiful residential campus, sophisticated computing and networking technology, and Atlantic Coast Conference athletic programs. Wake Forest is home to the Center for Nanotechnology and Molecular Materials, which works closely with the industry leaders to transfer its groundbreaking work in nanotechology to practical applications in the areas of medicine, manufacturing and national defense. The Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine is an international leader in the translation of scientific discovery into clinical therapies.

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With 4,500 undergraduates Wake Forest University provides the highly personalized attention characteristic of America’s most selective private institutions coupled with the breadth and depth of a large research institution. The University is recognized for its outstanding academic reputation and challenging liberal arts curriculum.

Wake Forest embraces the teacher-scholar ideal, prizing personal interaction between students and faculty. It is a place where exceptional teaching, fundamental research and discovery, and the engagement of faculty and students in the classroom and the laboratory are paramount. The Graduate School for Arts and Sciences, along with professional schools in law, medicine, business and divinity, enrich the intellectual environment and provide robust resources to undergraduates, as do extensive programs in the humanities, international studies, entrepreneurship and undergraduate research.

The University further distinguishes itself through its beautiful residential campus, sophisticated computing and networking technology, and Atlantic Coast Conference athletic programs. Wake Forest is home to the Center for Nanotechnology and Molecular Materials, which works closely with the industry leaders to transfer its groundbreaking work in nanotechology to practical applications in the areas of medicine, manufacturing and national defense. The Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine is an international leader in the translation of scientific discovery into clinical therapies.

Arts and Humanities(5)

Bachelor of Arts Major in Chinese

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Bachelor of Arts Major in English

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Bachelor of Arts Major in Foreign Language - French (K-12)

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Bachelor of Arts Major in Foreign Language - Spanish (K-12)

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Engineering and Technology(5)

Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science

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B.A. in Biology

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B.A. in Chemistry - Biochemistry

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B.S. in Chemistry - Biochemistry

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BS in Biophysics

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Bachelor of Arts Major in Anthropology

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BA in Physics

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Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics

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Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Mathematics

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Social Sciences and Management(5)

B.A. in Economics

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Bachelor of Arts Major in Communication - Communication Science Concentration

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Bachelor of Arts Major in Communication - Media Studies Concentration

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Bachelor of Arts Major in Communication - Rhetorical Studies Concentration

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Bachelor of Arts Major in Elementary Education (K-6)

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Bachelor of Arts Major in Music Liberal Arts

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Bachelor of Arts Major in Political Science and International Affairs

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Bachelor of Arts Major in Secondary Education - English (9-12)

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Bachelor of Arts Major in Secondary Education - Mathematics (9-12)

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Bachelor of Arts Major in Secondary Education - Science (9-12)

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Since its founding in 1834, Wake Forest University has built on its tradition of academic excellence and service to humanity. With 4,500 undergraduates, the University provides the highly personalized attention characteristic of America’s most selective private institutions coupled with the breadth and depth of a large research institution. The University is recognized for its outstanding academic reputation and challenging liberal arts curriculum.Wake Forest embraces the teacher-scholar ideal, prizing personal interaction between students and faculty. It is a place where exceptional teaching, fundamental research and discovery, and the engagement of faculty and students in the classroom and the laboratory are paramount. The Graduate School for Arts and Sciences, along with professional schools in law, medicine, business and divinity, enrich the intellectual environment and provide robust resources to undergraduates, as do extensive programs in the humanities, international studies, entrepreneurship and undergraduate research. The University further distinguishes itself through its beautiful residential campus, sophisticated computing and networking technology, and Atlantic Coast Conference athletic programs. Wake Forest is home to the Center for Nanotechnology and Molecular Materials, which works closely with the industry leaders to transfer its groundbreaking work in nanotechology to practical applications in the areas of medicine, manufacturing and national defense. The Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine is an international leader in the translation of scientific discovery into clinical therapies.

Arts and Humanities(5)

Master of Arts in English

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Master of Science in Clinical and Population Translational Sciences

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Engineering and Technology(5)

Master of Science in Computer Science

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Life Sciences and Medicine(5)

Master of Arts in Counseling

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Master of Arts in Psychology

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Master of Science in Biology

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Master of Science in Biology - Cellular and Molecular Biology

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Master of Science in Biology - Ecology and Evolution

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Master of Science in Biology - Integrative Plant Biology.

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Master of Science in Biology - Neuroscience and Behavior

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Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering

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Master of Science in Health and Exercise Science

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Master of Science in Molecular Medicine and Translational Science

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Natural Sciences(5)

Master of Arts in Mathematics

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Master of Science in Chemistry

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Master of Science in Physics

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Social Sciences and Management(5)

JD/Master of Divinity

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Master of Arts in Communication

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Master of Arts in Education Teacher Associates

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Master of Arts in Education Teacher Fellows

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Master of Arts in Liberal Studies

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Master of Arts in Religion

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Master of Divinity

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Master of Divinity / MA in Bioethics

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Master of Divinity / MA in Counseling

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Master of Divinity / MA in Education

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Master of Divinity / MA in Sustainability

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Master of Science in Comparative Medicine

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Master of Studies in Law

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Life Sciences and Medicine(2)

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Biology

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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Biology - Cell and Molecular Biology

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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Biology - Ecology and Evolution

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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Biology - Integrative Plant Biology

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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Biology - Neuroscience and Behavior

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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Biomedical Engineering

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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Cancer Biology

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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Integrative Physiology and Pharmacology

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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Microbiology and Immunology

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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Molecular Genetics and Genomics

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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Molecular Medicine and Translational Science

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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Neuroscience

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Natural Sciences(2)

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Chemistry

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Rankings & ratings

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Wake Forest University is one of the top private universities in Winston-Salem, United States. It is ranked #701-710 in QS World University Rankings 2024.

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  • #701-710QS World University Rankings
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  • #85US UNI (universities)

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  • 2012

    #317

  • 2014

    #=329

  • 2015

    #=338

  • 2016

    #461-470

  • 2017

    #401-410

  • 2018

    #411-420

  • 2019

    #=387

  • 2020

    #398

  • 2021

    #380

  • 2022

    #=429

  • 2023

    #=438

  • 2024

    #701-710

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Campus locations

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  • Reynolda Campus (Main),North Carolina,United States
  • Wake Forest School of Medicine,North Carolina,United States
  • Wake Forest Charlotte Center,North Carolina,United States

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FAQs

What is the lowest GPA Wake Forest will accept? ›

With a GPA of 3.91, Wake Forest requires you to be at the top of your class. You'll need nearly straight A's in all your classes to compete with other applicants.

Can I get into Wake Forest with a 3.5 GPA? ›

While there is no official Wake Forest GPA requirement, aim for a Wake Forest GPA of above 3.9. Also, plan to take AP and IB courses. Think about your academic strengths and choose courses that will play to them.

How difficult is it to get into the Wake Forest? ›

Wake Forest University has an acceptance rate of 21%. Half the applicants admitted to Wake Forest who submitted test scores have an SAT score between 1380 and 1510 or an ACT score of 31 and 34. However, one quarter of admitted applicants achieved scores above these ranges and one quarter scored below these ranges.

Why is Wake Forest so prestigious? ›

Wake Forest has an impressive faculty to student ratio and provides a significant amount of amenities for the students and faculty. Additionally, Wake Forest is without doubt one of the most competitive and difficult schools out there. This school truly falls short of nothing and I highly disagree with the new ranking.

Is Wake Forest considered an elite school? ›

Though Wake Forest University is not an Ivy League school, it is still a highly regarded and competitive institution, consistently ranked among the top 30 national universities in the US. So, while it doesn't have the Ivy League label, it continues to offer an excellent educational experience for its students.

What is the lowest GPA an Ivy League will accept? ›

While Ivy League schools don't have a specific "minimum" GPA requirement, they do have high standards when it comes to academic performance. Most admitted students typically have a GPA above a 4.0 (weighted) or around a 3.85-4.0 (unweighted), but keep in mind that even these numbers are not a guarantee of admission.

Is Wake Forest or Boston College harder to get into? ›

Is Boston College (BC) or Wake Forest University Harder to get into? Which school is easier to get into? If you're looking at acceptance rate alone, then Boston College (BC) is more difficult to get into.

Is it easier to get into Wake Forest early decision? ›

Early Action showed a 73-percent acceptance rate, versus 64 percent for regular applications. In announcing its nonbinding early-action option, Wake Forest said it lowered barriers that first-generation students encounter in navigating admissions decisions.

Is Wake Forest a fun college? ›

It is simply fantastic. If you are serious about your education, but love to have fun...if you want a chance to see the world and make a change...if you want to meet people from all types of backgrounds... Wake Forest is for you! The amount of activities and groups to join on campus is beyond words.

What are the top 3 majors at Wake Forest University? ›

The most popular majors at Wake Forest University include: Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services; Social Sciences; Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs; Biological and Biomedical Sciences; Psychology; Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology; Mathematics and Statistics; ...

Is it harder to get into Wake Forest or Chapel Hill? ›

If you're looking at acceptance rate alone, then Wake Forest University is more difficult to get into. However, each college is looking to fill its incoming class with a variety of students with different strengths, backgrounds, etc.

Is Wake Forest wealthy? ›

Wake Forest University is the wealthiest school in the Triad and fourth wealthiest in North Carolina with an endowment of $1.82 billion at the end of FY 2022, a figure that grew 32% between 2019 and 2022. The endowment did lease 2.3% between 2021 and 2022.

Why did Wake Forest drop so much in ranking? ›

Wake Forest's plummet down the rankings reflects a separate issue: its overrepresentation of students from upper-class income brackets. According to the New York Times, 71% of Wake Forest students are from the top 20% in family income, and 22% are from the top 1%.

Is Wake Forest a Tier 1 school? ›

Tier 2 schools include: USC, Washington University in St Louis, Tufts, Tulane, NYU, Boston University, UNC Chapel Hill, University of Michigan Ann Arbor, Notre Dame, Emory, University of Virginia, Wake Forest, UT Austin College of Natural Sciences, Boston College, Georgia Tech, William and Mary, UCLA, UC Berkeley, ...

Is Wake Forest a top law school? ›

Wake Forest ranks highly in national law school rankings. The school prides itself on teaching the rules of law, but also on emphasizing ethics and ethical behavior.

What is the lowest GPA you will accept? ›

Unofficially, 2.0 is the lowest GPA accepted into a standard college, so while there's a chance that college admission is possible, it's not likely at more than a few institutions.

What's the lowest GPA you can get to graduate? ›

In order to be eligible to have your Associates or Bachelor's degree conferred or your certificate awarded after completing all of your course requirements, you must hold a GPA (Grade Point Average) of 2.0 or above.

What is the lowest GPA to stay in college? ›

Colleges and universities expect students to earn a minimum GPA to maintain enrollment. While this differs by institution, many require a 2.0—or C average. Falling below a 2.0 often means that you will be placed on academic probation until you can raise your GPA.

What is the lowest passing GPA in college? ›

The grade-point-average system in U.S. colleges designates an A with four points, a B with 3 points, a C with two points, and a D as one point and an F is equivalent to zero. Undergraduate students need to have a minimum of 2.0 GPA while graduate students need a 3.0 GPA.

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