Wake Forest University: what international applicants need

What are Wake Forest University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Wake Forest University has 4 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Decision on November 15, 2026, Early Action on November 15, 2026, Early Decision II on January 1, 2027, and Regular Decision on January 1, 2027.

• Early Decision is binding: if you're admitted, you commit to attend and withdraw your other applications.
• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is Wake Forest University's acceptance rate?

21.7% for students who started in fall 2024: Wake Forest University admitted 4,058 of its 18,727 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Wake Forest University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Wake Forest University is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Decision deadline (November 15, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is October 3, 2026: scores on October 16, 2026, registration by September 18, 2026 (late registration September 22, 2026).
• For the Regular Decision deadline (January 1, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is December 5, 2026: scores on December 18, 2026, registration by November 20, 2026 (late registration November 24, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

What SAT score do you need for Wake Forest University?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 710–770 in Math and 700–750 in Reading and Writing (22% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 32–34.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is Wake Forest University's application fee for international students?

Wake Forest University's application fee is $85 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does Wake Forest University accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Wake Forest University accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does Wake Forest University accept?

Wake Forest University lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, and Duolingo English Test as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does Wake Forest University accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests Wake Forest University accepts for 2026–27.

How many recommendation letters does Wake Forest University require?

Wake Forest University doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Wake Forest University require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. Wake Forest University requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

How many international students does Wake Forest University have?

317 of Wake Forest University's 5,490 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 5.8%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Wake Forest University cost for international students?

Wake Forest University's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $67,642, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $18,494. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $91,202 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source

Does Wake Forest University give financial aid to international students?

Yes. In 2024-25, Wake Forest University gave institutional scholarships or grants to 44 international undergraduates.

• Number of international students aided: the university's Common Data Set 2024-25 Source