At Wingate University, learning doesn’t stop at the classroom door, and involvement isn’t limited to student organizations. Beyond the Gate Opportunities provide experiences that allow students to engage their interests, talents, and studies beyond the classroom. These programs empower Bulldogs to explore their passions, develop practical skills, and make a meaningful impact beyond Wingate.
Our newest initiatives created to nurture and encourage our students' niche interests and talents. Be a part of an inaugural cohort where your common threads will give voice to the road ahead. Getting started has never been easier, just choose your next adventure from the options here. Let's go Bulldogs!
- Hip Hop Institute
- Law Dawgs
- Global Scholars
- Mentoring Network
- Spice Dogs
- Disc Golfers
- The Examined Life
- Bulldog Game Day Academy
- Salty Dogs
- Food & Farming
Wingate's unique offerings that carry a solid reputation and foundation to enhance your college degree. Who will you impress next?
Presidential Ambassadors
Fostering a connection and relationship between the student body and the President's Office.
School of Sport Sciences Leadership Academy
Select students in the School of Sports Sciences with an opportunity to become leaders with transformational and transactional abilities that will be used in their future professional and personal lives.
FLIGHT
First Generation Students, face unique challenges at college and Wingate is prepared to partner with them to develop resiliency and a sense of purpose.
Advantage Programs
Our advantage programs offer the unique opportunity to complete your undergraduate degree as well as one of our health science graduate programs all in one place.
Marching Band
Be a part of the tradition, celebration and excitement on the field. Marching band. High-energy, athletic and community-building, this band is looking for new members.
Honors College
The Honors College experience is designed to inspire, engage, and challenge the most motivated and intellectually curious students who attend Wingate University.
Entrepreneurial Leadership Academy
Designed to cultivate leadership potential and an innovative, entrepreneurial mindset among students. Traditional leadership education with practical, hands-on experience in innovation and venture creation.
BASE
Building and Supporting Excellence, this free summer program gives students an opportunity to jump-start their college experience at Wingate.
Finance & Tech Fellows
Charlotte is the second-largest financial hub in the country — right behind New York City — and this group puts students at the center of it. Finance & Tech Fellows connects students directly with Charlotte's thriving financial and fintech industry, while building the resumes, interview skills, and professional polish needed to launch a career in one of today's fastest-growing fields.
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Questions?
Dr. Jordan Wilson, Executive Director | Signature Program Admissions
(704) 233-6489
Jordan.Wilson@wingate.edu