Best Online Engineering Programs in Winston-Salem, NC (2026)
Winston-Salem, North Carolina has a population of about 250,887. The city’s median household income is $57,673 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 37.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 52 accredited schools offering engineering programs near Winston-Salem, with tuition ranging from $2,545 to $82,818 per year for indexed programs. In the Winston-Salem, NC metro area, the top-earning engineering-related role is Architectural and Engineering Manager at a median $152,630 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Engineering Schools to Winston-Salem
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 52 schools in our directory that offer engineering programs near Winston-Salem. Distances are calculated from Winston-Salem city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wake Forest University | Winston-Salem, NC | 2.3 mi | $64,758 - $82,818 | – |
| Forsyth Technical Community College | Winston-Salem, NC | 2.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Davidson-Davie Community College | Thomasville, NC | 17.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| High Point University | High Point, NC | 17.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Guilford Technical Community College | Jamestown, NC | 20.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| North Carolina A & T State University | Greensboro, NC | 27.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Surry Community College | Dobson, NC | 32.0 mi | $2,545 - $14,199 | – |
| Rockingham Community College | Wentworth, NC | 34.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Rowan-Cabarrus Community College | Salisbury, NC | 34.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Randolph Community College | Asheboro, NC | 38.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all North Carolina schools on the North Carolina engineering page.
Engineering Wages Near Winston-Salem
Winston-Salem is part of the Winston-Salem, NC metro area (BLS area code 49180). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to North Carolina statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineer | $83,710 | Winston-Salem, NC | $90,989 |
| Electrical Engineer | $79,920 | Winston-Salem, NC | $86,870 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $87,970 | Winston-Salem, NC | $95,620 |
| Chemical Engineer | $109,940 | NC statewide | $119,500 |
| Aerospace Engineer | $117,190 | NC statewide | $127,380 |
| Biomedical Engineer | $72,280 | Winston-Salem, NC | $78,565 |
| Environmental Engineer | $104,040 | NC statewide | $113,087 |
| Architectural and Engineering Manager | $152,630 | Winston-Salem, NC | $165,902 |
Source: BLS, May 2024 Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes wage data at the metro (MSA) and state level – not by individual city.
Winston-Salem at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 250,887 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $57,673 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 37.2% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 92.0 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Engineering-related employment in Forsyth County | 1,089 workers, 208 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Winston-Salem-Area Cities With Engineering Programs
- Clemmons, NC – 8.5 mi away (20,079 pop)
- Kernersville, NC – 9.8 mi away (24,066 pop)
- High Point, NC – 16.9 mi away (177,412 pop)
- Thomasville, NC – 18.3 mi away (27,030 pop)
- Greensboro, NC – 24.2 mi away (331,894 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited engineering schools are near Winston-Salem, NC?
Our directory has 52 accredited schools offering engineering programs near Winston-Salem. The closest is Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, NC (2.3 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Randolph Community College (38.3 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying engineering roles near Winston-Salem?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying engineering-related roles near Winston-Salem are: Architectural and Engineering Manager ($152,630), Aerospace Engineer ($117,190), Chemical Engineer ($109,940). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with North Carolina statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Clemmons instead of Winston-Salem?
Clemmons, NC is 8.5 miles from Winston-Salem and has its own set of local engineering programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.
Is Winston-Salem an affordable place to study engineering?
Winston-Salem’s median household income of $57,673 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Winston-Salem while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and North Carolina public universities often offer reduced in-state online tuition.
How do I verify a program is accredited?
Confirm institutional accreditation via the U.S. Department of Education database (U.S. Dept. of Education database), and check for any program-specific accreditation listed by the school.
Related Resources
- Online Engineering Programs in North Carolina
- Main Engineering Degree Guide
- Engineering Programs by State
Data verified: May 5, 2026. Salary, employment, and tuition figures on this page are sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS May 2024; Employment Projections 2024–2034) and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2023 cohort). The source agency and data year are cited inline with every statistic.
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