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.
Itβs 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.
Wake Forest announced the appointment of Peter Rodriguez as the Universityβs 15th President. A distinguished economist and transformative academic leader, Rodriguez currently serves as the dean of Rice Universityβs School of Business. He will begin his presidency at Wake Forest on July 1, 2026.
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.
Wake Forest sent the Class of 2026 into its next chapter with a unified challenge: To cultivate the same sense of belonging they felt here as they become leaders in the world.
Pro Humanitate (for humanity) invites us to use our ideas, knowledge, talents and compassion on behalf of all humanity.
Herzlich willkommen, @germanfootball_dfb! β½οΈ #FifaWorldCup
Jun 8
Practically perfect in every way. β¨
Jun 5
To the people who loved us first. π #wfugrad
Jun 3
Wake Forest. World Class. πΊπΈπ¨π¦
We landed not one, but TWO Demon Deacons on FIFA World Cup rosters and will be represented on the biggest stage this summer. π©
Jun 2
Before his first year even began, Evan Harris (β26) wrote a letter to himself. Four years later, he opened it again. ππ€Β #WFU26
Jun 2
Some speeches stay with you.
Two weeks after Commencement, weβre still reflecting on Misty Copelandβs message to the Class of 2026: be true to yourself, open doors for others and lead with humanity.
#WFUGrad #ProHumanitate
Jun 1
Not quite ready to leave these moments behind. ππ #WFUGrad
May 29
Meet Minxing βMikeβ Liu (β26) π
An economics and mathematics double major with a minor in statistics, Mike came to Wake Forest from Beijing and found a community that helped him navigate life in a new country and language.
Along the way, he also found opportunities to combine academics with creative work covering Wake Forest athletics from the sidelines.
Next, Mike will pursue graduate studies in economics.
#WFUGrad #ProHumanitate
May 28
Behind every Wake Forest graduate is a village. This oneβs for the people who made it possible. ππ #WFUGrad
May 27
Before her first year even began, Gialin Tran (β26) wrote a letter to herself. Four years later, she opened it again. ππ€ #WFU26
May 26
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.
