Wake Forest University
Acceptance Rate Trend
SAT Score Range Trend
(middle 50% of admitted students)
| Year | 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 1310 | 1470 |
| 2023 | 1410 | 1500 |
| 2024 | 1410 | 1500 |
Application Timeline
Application Methods
π Great Fit If You Are:
Thoughtful leaders
if you want to lead with purpose, ethics, and clarity, Wake trains the whole person.
Pre-med and health-minded
with strong advising and science prep, this is a top-tier launchpad.
Business communicators
if you care about finance *and* storytelling, Wake makes both central.
Small-class learners
if discussion-based, close-knit classrooms help you thrive, this is your place.
Philosophical realists
if you care about meaning, logic, and ethics *and* want career prep, few do it better.
π¨ Not Ideal For:
Large-school lovers
this isnβt a huge, anonymous campus; itβs personal and intentional.
Party-first students
social life exists, but itβs not the main campus energy.
Experimental artists
creative expression is present, but not radical or urban-chic.
Pure techies
Wake offers CS, but itβs not a STEM-dominated place.
Northeast prestige seekers
Wake is respected but lower profile outside the South/Mid-Atlantic.
βοΈ Weather & Climate
spring
55-75Β°F (13-24Β°C)
Pleasant, blooming season
summer
75-90Β°F (24-32Β°C)
Warm and humid
fall
50-75Β°F (10-24Β°C)
Mild, colorful foliage
winter
30-50Β°F (-1-10Β°C)
Mild with occasional snow
Four seasons with mild winters
βοΈAverage 213 sunny days per year
π©βππ¨βπ Demographics
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π Popular Majors
Campus Area Dining
Nearby Areas
A scenic park with hiking and nature trails
Vibrant downtown area with shops and restaurants