Wake Forest University

If you are applying to Wake Forest, the regular decision application deadline is January 1 and the application fee costs $85.

Wake Forest Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Wake Forest's admissions stats.

Wake Forest 2022	Admissions Statistics
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	69%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	23%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	32%
Waitlist	Yes

Wake Forest University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Wake Forest University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Info Not Available	––	––
Early Decision II	Yes	January 1	February 15
Early Action	No	––	––

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Applying Early to Wake Forest?

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Wake Forest University may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with Wake Forest directly for more information about early applications.

🗓️ Early Decision II applications are due January 1. ED II Applicants will recieve their decision before February 15.

➡️ Find a list of some top colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Wake Forest University Admissions

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Transferring to Wake Forest University

It is very difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Wake Forest

Wake Forest has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Wake Forest Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Wake Forest

What does Wake Forest consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Very Important
Class Rank	Very Important
Application Essay	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Interview	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
Religious Affiliation/Commitment	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with Wake Forest for more information on admission factors.

Wake Forest Application Requirements

To apply to Wake Forest, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Wake Forest's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview		√
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Letter(s) of Recommendation	1
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Wake Forest?

Wake Forest has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

Out of all students that were admitted, 19% submitted a class rank. At Wake Forest 69% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 91% were in the top 25% and 97% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Wake Forest University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	––
3.75 and 3.99	––
3.50 and 3.74	––
3.25 and 3.49	––
3.00 and 3.24	––
2.50 and 2.9	––
2.00 and 2.49	––

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Wake Forest directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Wake Forest looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Wake Forest is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 23% of Wake Forest's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 32% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Wake Forest?

To be competitive with other Wake Forest applicants, you should aim to earn between 1380 and 1480 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Wake Forest 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1480 and 25% of scored lower than 1380, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Wake Forest students scored 770 or higher and 75% of students scored 670 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Wake Forest students scored 730 or higher, and 75% scored a 670 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Wake Forest?

To be most competitive at Wake Forest, you should strive to earn between 30 and 33 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 33 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Wake Forest's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 33, and three out of four students scored lower than 33 on the ACT.

A 30 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Wake Forest students. Only one out of every four students scored below 30.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Wake Forest University

For transfer students, it is very difficult to get admitted to Wake Forest. Applicants should hear back by May 15.

Transfer students can enroll in Wake Forest during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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Wake Forest Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Wake Forest?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Wake Forest.

Does Wake Forest accept transfer credits?

✅ Wake Forest accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Does Wake Forest accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Wake Forest accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Wake Forest?

❌ No, Wake Forest is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is Wake Forest's acceptance rate?

✅ Wake Forest has an acceptance rate of 25%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Wake Forest?

🟨 Wake Forest may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

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