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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Wingate, NC

Wingate University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in NC. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$40,196

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

85.0%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

50.6%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$52,649

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Wingate University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Wingate, NC. With a competitive tuition profile of $40,196, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 50.6% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing490 – 640
20025th–75th percentile800
Math500 – 630
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite18 – 24
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

85.0%

Transfer-Out Rate40.1%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$160,784

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

7.1 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$22,649

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$65,706

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$292,196

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Wingate University is $25,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
57.7%
42.3%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
41.4%
Black
24.8%
Hispanic
10.1%
International
9.7%
Two or more
8.5%
Unknown
3.2%
Asian
1.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.3%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.2%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$40,196

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$17,966
$30k - $48k$18,094
$48k - $75k$20,089
$75k+$24,083

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$25,000
Pell Grant Recipients41.4%
Using Federal Loans53.9%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment60.4%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

67.3%

Success

50.6%

In-State Cost

$40,196

Age 25+ Students

4.5%

Carnegie Class

Doctoral/Professional

Working at 6yr

725 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Wingate (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Wingate (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.