Wake Forest University

Wake Forest University is a private research university located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Founded in 1834, it began as a Baptist manual-labor institute in the town of Wake Forest before moving to its current Reynolda campus in 1956. The university is known for its strong liberal arts curriculum, professional schools, and a commitment to personalizing education through small class sizes and close faculty-student interaction. Its academic offerings span undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across disciplines such as business, law, medicine, divinity, and the arts and sciences. Wake Forest is classified as a Doctoral University with Very High Research Activity and is recognized for its emphasis on both intellectual inquiry and ethical leadership. The university’s motto, "Pro Humanitate" (For Humanity), reflects a culture of service and community engagement. The campus features a blend of collegiate Gothic and modern architecture set on a suburban landscape, and it supports a vibrant student life with numerous research centers, libraries, athletic facilities, and residence halls. The university is a member of the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) and competes in NCAA Division I athletics. Its alumni network includes leaders in business, law, medicine, public service, and the arts. Wake Forest consistently ranks among the top national universities in the United States and attracts students from across the country and around the world.