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ACCEPTANCE RATE

67.59%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

98%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

14:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

24

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$8,244

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Parks and Recreation Management Degree

The parks and recreation management program at Winston – Salem State University prepares students for careers with municipal parks and recreation departments, private resorts, federal land-management agencies, correctional institutes, nonprofit organizations, and more. The program focuses on developing and managing park facilities and other indoor and outdoor recreation and leisure facilities. Program courses include: supervising support personnel, health and safety standards, public relations, and basic business and marketing principles. Get more details below including other North Carolina colleges that offer parks and recreation management degrees.

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Winston – Salem State University (WSSU)

1531 Silas Creek Pky, Winston-Salem, NC

Winston - Salem State University is a public historically black institution located in Winston-Salem, NC. Most historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were established after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. Approximately six thousand students are enrolled per year at WSSU.

Students can choose from many areas of study, including:

  • Health And Clinical Professions
  • Psychology
  • Liberal Arts And Sciences
  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Recreation And Fitness Studies
  • Social Sciences

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be required to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then studied by the admissions staff. The majority of students accepted to WSSU earn an SAT score between 1190 to 1430, or an ACT composite score in a range of 16 to 20. 62% of students that apply are accepted to WSSU, of which 32 percent choose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at wssu.edu or by completing the form on this portal page.

The cost of undergraduate tuition varies for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay nearly $5,000, while out-of-state residents pay $15,000 annually. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is around $4,800. WSSU may provide financial aid for students who qualify by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The WSSU "Rams" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division II)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division II)
  • Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
  • Football (NCAA Division II)

Students should take a look at the school's wssu.edu to view additional information.

Admission Requirements & Details

The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the students Winston – Salem State University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help support students, Winston – Salem State University may offer services to students including:

  • Online course work available
  • Weekend and night classes available
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Counseling assistance
  • Work study style employment

Intercollegiate Athletics

Winston – Salem State University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Central Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc)
  • Basketball (Central Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc)
  • Football (Central Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc)
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field, Indoor
  • Track and Field, Outdoor
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball