Wingate University is a private university located in Wingate, North Carolina, United States. Founded in 1896 as a church-affiliated school, it was officially renamed a university in 1995. The university offers 37 undergraduate programs, 9 master's degrees, and 4 doctoral degrees, spanning fields such as biology, psychology, exercise science, criminal justice, and sports management. Its health sciences programs are particularly notable, including pharmacy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and nursing. The main campus spans over 520 acres, with an additional campus in Hendersonville serving the northwest North Carolina region. The university emphasizes small class sizes, with a student-to-faculty ratio of 13:1, providing personalized academic support. In athletics, Wingate's “Bulldogs” excel in the NCAA Division II, having won multiple national championships. The university upholds the motto “Faith, Knowledge, Service,” dedicated to cultivating leaders with a sense of social responsibility.
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