Winston-Salem State University
Winston-Salem, North Carolina · Public · HBCU
Winston-Salem State University admitted 69% of 9,273 applicants (IPEDS, fall 2023). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 820–1050 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 49% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
Winston-Salem State University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- June 28, 2027
The application fee is $50, and Winston-Salem State University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Winston-Salem State University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $23,401 in-state and $34,057 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $12,948 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is Winston-Salem State University’s acceptance rate?
Winston-Salem State University admitted 69% of applicants: 6,357 of 9,273 (IPEDS, fall 2023).
When is Winston-Salem State University’s application deadline?
Winston-Salem State University’s 2026–27 deadline is June 28, 2027. It has no early round on the Common App.
What SAT score do you need for Winston-Salem State University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 820 to 1050, with a median around 940. A score at or above 940 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Winston-Salem State University’s application fee?
The application fee is $50 for 2026–27, and Winston-Salem State University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Does Winston-Salem State University have supplemental essays?
No. Winston-Salem State University doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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