NC State University

Yes! We host virtual tours led by WinShape College Program staff, including a full overview of the program and time to answer any questions you might have. Tours last around one hour and are available during typical business hours. To schedule a virtual tour, contact Emily Walker at 706-580-1300 or email ewalker@winshape.org.

It is not required but is strongly beneficial, as it provides great leadership experience for students prior to college. Many of our students bring some Chick-fil-A restaurant work experience.

The NC State Residential Community’s first class of students began programming in August 2021.

As WinShape is new at NC State, we believe there is wisdom in starting small and growing sustainably. While our first class of students at NC State will be less than 10 students, our program is growing toward 30-40 students per incoming class.

No; however, you must be officially accepted to NC State before we can review your file for a potential interview visit selection. It would be wise to apply to both NC State and WinShape College Program at the same time.

No. WinShape College Program at NC State only accepts applications from Fall to Spring each year (specific dates vary from year to year). Applications are for enrollment into the program beginning the following school calendar year.

Interview visits are held in the spring semester each year and contain both group and individual interview portions. If you are selected for an interview, you will be notified by email at least two weeks prior to the selected date.

Applications and interviews are handled on a rolling basis. We will let you know in your interview when you can expect a response. You will be informed of a decision before the National College Decision Day (May 1).

Absolutely! Both high school seniors and students in their first year of college may apply for our program.

Currently, students in the Residential Community at NC State are not required to live together. However, as our community becomes more established, a communal living element is the eventual goal!

No, housing is not provided for WinShape College Program students.

No. We do not currently have a residence offering for students, but many WinShape students enjoy choosing to room together after their first year to build stronger community.

There is no scholarship associated with admission into the WinShape College Program at NC State. However, WinShape invests in all of its students in the form of fully funded Catalytic Event travel, training and content, and other leadership development resources.

Yes! WinShape will host both required and optional community events throughout the school year for the entire WinShape student body to engage in.

All costs associated with Catalytic Events are paid for by the WinShape College Program.

All transfer students begin with the first year of training due to the foundational role of first-year content. In order to experience the program’s maximum impact, we ask that transfer students have at least three years of college remaining to journey with us.