ENROLLMENT
Undergraduates:
Full-time:
548 men/520 women
Part-time:
21 men/28 women
Graduate School:
44 men/55 women

FRESHMAN ADMISSION
PROFILE
Number who applied:
1,190
Percentage accepted:
83%
Number enrolled:
382
Average GPA:
2.82

COSTS:
Tuition:
$18,200
Room and Board:
$8,500
Fees, books, misc.:
$550

FINANCIAL AID:
Freshmen receiving aid:
85%
Average financial aid package:
$8,850

FACULTY:
Full-time:
80
Part-time:
30
Ph.D.:
80%
Student-faculty ratio:
13:1

IN ADDITION
At Wingate University, we believe that a liberal arts education must include learning more about our world and the people with whom we share it. That's why over 20 years ago, Wingate pioneered the study/travel program W'International. As juniors, all Wingate students are offered a 10-day travel experience with friends and classmates under the tutelage of Wingate professors at little or no extra cost. In the last decade, students have traveled to over 30 countries in Europe, Asia, Africa and South America. Each fall a number of students take advantage of the Wingate London Semester. Under the leadership and guidance of a Wingate professor, students spend their fall semester living and taking courses in London. Recently, Wingate arranged for a semester-long study experience in Hong Kong.

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Wingate University

College Description
Founded in 1896, Wingate University is located 20 miles east of Charlotte, N.C. — nestled midway between the North Carolina mountains and coast. With an enrollment of approximately 1,300 men and women, Wingate is home to students with a strong sense of academic pride and a desire to share in community service. And Wingate's faculty are the best in the nation, with more than 80 percent holding the highest degree in their field.

The Wingate campus is a safe, close-knit and supportive community. Its graceful architecture, manicured grounds and comfortable proximity are reminiscent of a small town. Once you pass through the impressive front gates, you will find Wingate's spacious 365-campus including woods, lakes, rolling lawns, first-class athletic facilities and 30 stately buildings.

Academic Life
At the heart of Wingate's superior classroom experience is its excellent faculty. Having studied at some of the world's greatest institutions of higher learning, faculty members teach more than 40 majors on the undergraduate level in the university's Charles A. Cannon College of Arts and Sciences, the School of Business and Economics and the School of Education. The University also offers graduate studies in business (MBA) and education (MAEd, MAT).

With a small class size — just 13 students for every faculty member — students receive the personal attention that encourages them to succeed. All university classes are taught by experienced professors, not by graduate assistants. Select pairs of students and professors compete for the university's prestigious duPont Summer Research Grants, which provide stipends for specialized projects and studies.

Degrees and Majors
Wingate University offers five undergraduate degrees: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Music Education, Bachelor of Fine Arts, and Bachelor of Liberal Studies. Majors are offered in accounting; American studies; art, with concentrations in computer graphics and 2-D and 3-D studio art; athletic training/sports medicine; biology; business administration; business mathematics; chemistry; chemistry business; communication studies, with concentrations in broadcast journalism, media arts, organizational communications, public relations, and speech; education, with concentrations in art, elementary, middle grades, music, physical education, reading, and secondary in biology, chemistry, English, history, and mathematics; English; environmental biology; finance; general studies; history; human services; management; marketing; mathematics, with a concentration in computer science; music, with concentrations in business, communications, and performance; parks and recreation administration; philosophy; religious studies; sociology; Spanish; and sports management. Preprofessional programs are offered in dentistry, law, medicine, ministerial, pharmacy, and veterinary medicine.

Campus Life
With only 1,300 students, it's easy to get to know classmates and find activities to enjoy. More than 35 clubs and organizations, including sororities and fraternities, provide opportunities for leadership and friendship. In keeping with Wingate's church affiliation, students are encouraged to become involved in the community, and opportunities to volunteer abound.

Each year the university Lyceum Series brings outstanding cultural programs to the campus enjoyed by students, faculty and the community at large. The Activities Program Board plans a full schedule of activities for students throughout the school year. Entertainers who have performed at Wingate include Jimmy Buffet, Hootie and the Blowfish, Huey Lewis and the News, George Clinton and Sister Hazel among others.

Guest lecturers have included former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright; Nobel laureates Dr. Henry Kissinger and the Dalai Lama; journalists Steve Forbes and Robert Novak; former UN Ambassador Jeanne Kirkpatrick; Chinese rights activist Harry Wu; and the founder of Samaritan's Purse Franklin Graham.

Diversity
The mission of the Office of Multicultural Affairs is to serve as a support system while heightening the awareness of diversity and inclusion. To make diversity a permanent way of life and the way we live. To value the advantage of diversity. To embrace diversity while encouraging a diverse environment and exemplifying respect for each others differences.

The Office of Multicultural Affairs purpose is to provide services and programming to all students at Wingate University regardless of race or ethnicity. We hope to inspire and educate all students while enhancing the appreciation and awareness of diversity.

The Office of Multicultural Affairs sponsors a variety of programs and activities throughout the academic year that celebrate diversity for the entire university and strongly encourages community participation.

Facilities and Resources
Wingate students have access to many campus resources designed to enhance their academic experience and provide the comforts of home. The Academic Resource Center provides free tutoring services, academic advising and study skill development for all students. Other academic facilities include the Ethel K. Smith Library (110,000 volumes), the Computer Center, the Efird Memorial Building and more. The Dickson-Palmer Student Center houses the Campus Bookstore, The Klondike Grill, a fitness center and aerobics room, a student lounge and the Offices of Student Development. Other facilities of distinction include Irwin Belk Football Stadium, the Cannon Athletic Complex, Austin Auditorium, the George A. Batte Jr. Fine Arts Center and the Stegall Administration Building. There are three men's and three women's residence halls on campus. There are also college apartments set aside for married students and Honors Apartments available for sophomores, juniors and seniors.

Sports / Varsity Athletics
For many, a strong intramural program offers recreational fun, while intercollegiate sports mean serious competition and the opportunity for athletic scholarships. Participating in NCAA Division II, Wingate has achieved regional and national success in both its men's and women's athletic programs. The 16 teams Wingate fields include football, baseball, basketball, soccer, lacrosse, swimming, softball, cross country, tennis, golf and volleyball.

Financial Aid / Scholarships
Financial aid falls into five broad categories: grants which do not require repayment; merit scholarships; work-study programs; educational loans; and low-fee payment plans. At Wingate, more than 80 percent of students receive financial aid. Students may apply for financial aid by filing the necessary forms: the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, Wingate's application for institutional aid, applicable student or parent loan forms, and scholarship applications. Our goal is to help you turn your plans for a Wingate education into a successful reality. Call us toll-free at 1-800-755-5550 for more information.

Admission Requirements / Application
Persons seeking admission to Wingate University should contact the Office of Admissions. The University operates on a rolling admission plan. Completed applications are acted upon, and candidates are notified within three weeks. Admission is based on high school academic achievement, SAT I and ACT scores, recommendations and an essay. In the case of transfer students, work from all previous institutions is also considered. Personal interviews, while not required, are encouraged and often prove beneficial to both the university and the student.

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