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Wingate University

Wingate, NC · Private nonprofit · Large suburb · Website

Admission rate
91%
Open
Average net price
$21,511
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
43%
Median earnings
$57,646
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Wingate University is a private nonprofit college in Wingate, NC with 2,668 undergraduates. It admits 91% of applicants, and admitted students average 1111 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $21,511 per year ($19,118 for families earning under $30,000). 43% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $57,646 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
91%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
21,210
Fall 2023
Admitted
18,027
Fall 2023
Yield
4%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing510–610
200800
SAT Math500–600
200800
ACT Composite18–25
136

What Wingate University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$59,650
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$41,686

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$19,118
  • $30–48k$18,897
  • $48–75k$19,998
  • $75–110k$22,724
  • $110k+$27,298

Get a personal estimate with Wingate University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
43%
Freshman retention
71%
Median earnings
$57,646
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$23,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
2,668
Student–faculty ratio
15:1
Receive Pell grants
48%
  • White40%
  • Hispanic10%
  • Black21%
  • Asian2%

Wingate University FAQ

What is Wingate University's acceptance rate?+

Wingate University admits 91% of applicants, which makes it open.

What SAT score do you need for Wingate University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 510–610 on SAT Reading and Writing and 500–600 on SAT Math; the average total is 1111.

What ACT score do you need for Wingate University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 18–25.

Is Wingate University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Wingate University?+

In Fall 2023, 21,210 students applied to Wingate University and 18,027 were admitted; 708 enrolled.

Does Wingate University consider legacy status?+

No. Wingate University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Wingate University require an essay?+

Wingate University reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Wingate University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $59,650 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $21,511.

What is Wingate University's graduation rate?+

43% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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