What families actually pay
Average yearly net price after grants, in-state students, by family income
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, College Scorecard · data snapshot October 2, 2026
AP credit
Most-taken exams, lowest score that earns credit| Exam | Min score | Winston-Salem State University course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 3 | 3 MAT2317, Calculus I Mathematics/Quantitative Logic | |
| Calculus BC | 3 | 3 MAT2318, Calculus II Mathematics/Quantitative Logic | |
| Biology | 3 | 3 BIO1301, Biological Concepts Natural Sciences | |
| Chemistry | 3 | 4 CHE1113, General Chemistry I Lab (1) N/A | |
| English Language and Composition | 3 | 3 WRI1301, Expository Writing N/A | |
| English Literature and Composition | 3 | 3 ENG1305, Thinking and Writing Critically…3 ENG1305, Thinking and Writing Critically about Literature Literature | |
| Psychology | 3 | 3 PSY1301, Introduction to Psychological…3 PSY1301, Introduction to Psychological Science Social/Behavioral Sciences | |
| Statistics | 3 | 3 MAT2326, Elementary Statistics…3 MAT2326, Elementary Statistics Mathematics/Quantitative Logic |
Show all 36 exams and every score level
| Exam | Min score | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 3 | 3 MAT2317, Calculus I Mathematics/Quantitative Logic | |
| Calculus BC | 3 | 3 MAT2318, Calculus II Mathematics/Quantitative Logic | |
| Biology | 3 | 3 BIO1301, Biological Concepts Natural Sciences | |
| Chemistry | 3 | 4 CHE1113, General Chemistry I Lab (1) N/A | |
| Chemistry | 3 | 4 CHE1313, General Chemistry (3) Natural Sciences | |
| English Language and Composition | 3 | 3 WRI1301, Expository Writing N/A | |
| English Literature and Composition | 3 | 3 ENG1305, Thinking and Writing Critically…3 ENG1305, Thinking and Writing Critically about Literature Literature | |
| Psychology | 3 | 3 PSY1301, Introduction to Psychological…3 PSY1301, Introduction to Psychological Science Social/Behavioral Sciences | |
| Statistics | 3 | 3 MAT2326, Elementary Statistics…3 MAT2326, Elementary Statistics Mathematics/Quantitative Logic | |
| Computer Science A | 3 | 3 CSC1306, Computer and Its Use I N/A | |
| Macroeconomics | 3 | 3 ECO2312, Principles of Macroeconomics…3 ECO2312, Principles of Macroeconomics Social/Behavioral Sciences | |
| Microeconomics | 3 | 3 ECO2311, Principles of Microeconomics…3 ECO2311, Principles of Microeconomics Social/Behavioral Sciences | |
| World History: Modern | 3 | 3 HIS1301, Introduction to Global History…3 HIS1301, Introduction to Global History Historical Studies | |
| Environmental Science | 3 | 3 BIO1320, Environmental Biology Natural Sciences | |
| European History | 3 | 3 HIS1302, Challenges of the Past Historical Studies | |
| Human Geography | 3 | 3 ELEC1100, Human Geography N/A | |
| Spanish Language and Culture | 3 | 3 SPA2311, Intermediate Spanish I Foreign Language/Culture | |
| Art History | 3 | 3 ART2301, Art History Fine Arts | |
| Music Theory | 3 | 3 MUS3301, Music Theory I Fine Arts | |
| Chinese Language and Culture | 3 | 3 CHI2311, Intermediate Chinese I Foreign Language/Culture | |
| Comparative Government and Politics | 3 | 3 POS3338, Comparative Government/Major…3 POS3338, Comparative Government/Major European Powers N/A | |
| Computer Science AB | 3 | 3 CSC1310, Computer Programming I N/A | |
| Drawing | 3 | 3 ART1311, Drawing I Fine Arts | |
| French Language and Culture | 3 | 3 FRE2311, Intermediate French I Foreign Language/Culture | |
| French Literature | 3 | 3 FRE3310, Survey of French Lit Literature | |
| German Language and Culture | 3 | 3 ELEC1100, German Language Foreign Language/Culture | |
| Italian Language and Culture | 3 | 3 ELEC1100, Italian Language/Culture Foreign…3 ELEC1100, Italian Language/Culture Foreign Language/Culture | |
| Japanese Language and Culture | 3 | 3 ELEC1100, Japanese Language/Culture Foreign…3 ELEC1100, Japanese Language/Culture Foreign Language/Culture | |
| Latin | 3 | 3 ELEC1100, Latin: Literature Literature | |
| Latin | 3 | 3 ELEC1100, Latin: Vergil Literature | |
| Physics B | 3 | 3 PHY2331, General Physics I Natural Sciences | |
| Physics C - Elec/Mag | 3 | 3 ELEC1100, Physics C - Elec/Mag Natural Sciences | |
| Physics C: Mechanics | 3 | 3 PHY1321, College Physics I Natural Sciences | |
| Spanish Literature and Culture | 3 | 3 SPA3333, Survey of Spanish Lit I Literature | |
| Studio Art - 2-D Design | 3 | 3 ART1316, 2D Design Fine Arts | |
| Studio Art - 3-D Design | 3 | 3 ELEC1100, 3D Design Fine Arts | |
| U.S. Government/Politics | 3 | 3 POS2311, American Government Social/Behavioral Sciences | |
| U.S. History | 3 | 3 HIS2307, U.S. History from 1865 - Present…3 HIS2307, U.S. History from 1865 - Present Historical Studies |
Source: wssu.edu · checked September 26, 2026
Biggest majors
| Major | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | 139 |
| Health/Health Care Administration/Management | 83 |
| Business Administration and Management | 71 |
| Psychology | 60 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences | 59 |
| General Studies | 58 |
| Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist | 58 |
| Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology | 43 |
Show the other 23 majors
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | 36 |
| Mass Communication/Media Studies | 33 |
| Sport and Fitness Administration/Management | 33 |
| Social Work | 33 |
| Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy | 28 |
| Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling/Counselor | 19 |
| Economics | 19 |
| Accounting | 15 |
| Sociology | 13 |
| Computer Science | 11 |
| Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching | 11 |
| Political Science and Government | 10 |
| Art/Art Studies | 9 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | 8 |
| Information Technology | 8 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 7 |
| Music | 6 |
| Chemistry | 6 |
| English Language and Literature | 6 |
| History | 3 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas, Other | 2 |
| Mathematics | 2 |
| Gerontology | 1 |
Bachelor’s graduates, first major, most recent year · Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Scholarships
Amounts and eligibility change; check the college’s page for current details.
Sports and campus life
Men’s varsity · NCAA Division II, Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association
Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf
Women’s varsity · NCAA Division II, Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association
Basketball, Cross Country, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field (Indoor), Track and Field (Outdoor), Volleyball
ROTC
Air Force, Army
Faith groups
Hillel, Newman Connection
Also
Study abroad
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education athletics data (EADA), hillel.org · checked September 4, 2026 · data snapshot October 2, 2026
The place
Setting
City, large
Federal locale classification
Metro area
Winston-Salem, NC
705,187 people
Big-city metro (1 million+)
No
More about the place
Nearest airport
Piedmont Triad International (GSO)
Nearest hub airport
Charlotte/Douglas International (CLT)
Walkability
EPA walkability index 15.2 of 20
Elevation
873 ft
Time zone
Eastern
January low
31°F
July high
88°F
Annual snowfall
6.2 in
Days at 90°F or higher
33 per year
One-bedroom fair market rent
$1,160 per month
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education (IPEDS locale), U.S. Census metro estimates, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, EPA walkability · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Colleges nearby
- Salem College1 mi
- University of North Carolina School of the Arts1 mi
- Carolina University1 mi
- Wake Forest University4 mi
- High Point University15 mi
- Guilford College19 mi
Straight-line distance between campuses
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