North Carolina just made one of the largest state investments in Winston-Salem State University history — and the impact will be felt across the campus, the classroom, and the healthcare workforce for years to come.
The 2026 North Carolina State Budget allocates nearly $45 million to Winston-Salem State University, funding a sweeping set of priorities that include capital improvements, scholarship expansion, nursing workforce development, and employee compensation increases. The Winston-Salem State University state budget investment covers multiple areas simultaneously. Moreover, it reflects a growing recognition of WSSU’s role as one of North Carolina’s most important engines of student success and economic opportunity.
Nearly $40 Million for Campus Modernization…