Through interdisciplinary collaboration and community engagement, Wake Forest students and faculty generate meaningful impact that reaches far beyond our campus. Our commitment to academic excellence establishes Wake Forest as a global leader in developing solutions that benefit society.
It’s all about the journey and the experiences that carry you to your next destination. As our seniors journey Out of the Forest, they share some of their most meaningful lessons, memories and moments of self-discovery at Wake Forest.
Ballet dancer and author Misty Copeland will deliver Wake Forest's commencement address on May 18. Copeland made history as the first Black woman to become a principal dancer at the American Ballet Theatre. Rev. Eugene Cho, president and CEO of Bread for the World, will be the Baccalaureate speaker.
The School of Law and the Program for Leadership and Character announced a $5 million grant from the Kern Family Foundation to continue and expand the role of character in legal education.
Ethan Haber (’21) is using his entrepreneurship education to market a new way to walk little pets.
Pro Humanitate (for humanity) invites us to use our ideas, knowledge, talents and compassion on behalf of all humanity.
The nerves. The walk. The cheers. The tears. The hugs. Wake Forest University Commencement day, minute by minute. #WFU26
May 19
A celebration four years in the making. We are so proud of you, #WFU26. Go do great things.
#ProHumanitate
May 18
One line. A hundred emotions. 🎓 #WFU26
May 18
Alexa play ‘Landslide’🥹
#wfugrad #wfu26
May 18
Deacs forever. Friends forever. 🎩💛 #wfugrad
May 18
Good morning, #WFUGrad!☀️
May 18
A meaningful morning in Wait Chapel honoring the Class of 2026 at today’s Baccalaureate service.
Rev. Eugene Cho challenged graduates to resist cynicism, choose compassion and “not grow weary in doing good.” He reminded students that “the world is most often changed not by those who seek attention, but by those who quietly, persistently, lovingly refuse to give up.”
Rev. Cho is the president and CEO of Bread for the World.
#WFUGrad #ProHumanitate
May 17
Smile if you’re graduating in the morning! 🎓
Frames from Baccalaureate 2026. #wfugrad
May 17
Hold on tight! We’re almost there. 🎓💛 #WFUGrad
May 16
Meet Chase Clark (’26) 🎓
A double major in African American Studies and Communication, Chase found purpose through leadership, mentorship and community during her time at Wake Forest.
From serving as president of the Black Student Alliance to being named Homecoming Queen, she embraced opportunities to support others and help students feel seen during important moments on campus.
Next, Chase will relocate to New York to join Tiffany & Co.
#WFUGrad #WFU26 #ProHumanitate
May 16
Wake Forest is committed to meeting 100% of demonstrated financial need through grants, scholarships, work-study, and subsidized loans.
Within driving distance of both the Blue Ridge Mountains and Atlantic Coast, Winston-Salem offers the amenities of a larger city with the vibrant culture of an engaged community.
Get to know Wake Forest better by browsing a collection of quick facts, figures and rankings.
250+
is the number of student organizations that you can explore (or we’ll help you find a match) in order to discover your passion. Don’t find it? Apply to charter one!
11:1
is our student-to-faculty ratio. More than half of our undergraduate classes have fewer than 20 students. Only 1% have more than 50 students.
72+%
of undergraduates have an academic study-abroad experience, many of them in our academic-residential houses in London, Vienna and Venice.
97+%
of 2024 graduates are employed or enrolled in graduate programs. WFU students consistently land spots in top organizations and prestigious graduate schools.
Whether cheering or playing,
we all bleed Black and Gold
Our Winston-Salem, N.C., campus houses an academic community of almost 9,000 students, with more studying at Wake Forest locations in Charlotte, Washington, D.C., and around the world. Our undergraduate liberal arts curriculum inspires a holistic approach to preparing graduate and professional school students. We graduate leaders with integrity and courage who use their success to make an impact on society.
