About Winston-Salem State University Winston-Salem State University (WSSU), founded in 1892, is a distinguished historically Black university with a rich legacy of leadership, innovation, and academic excellence. Serving approximately 5,000 students on its picturesque 117-acre campus, WSSU provides a transformative educational experience across a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs. The University is nationally recognized for its strength in STEM, health sciences, teacher preparation, business, and the arts, and is consistently ranked among the nation’s top universities for social mobility, value, and impact. Students benefit from small class sizes, dedicated faculty mentorship, and hands-on experiential learning opportunities that prepare them to thrive in an i