Wake Forest University is a private research university located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. The university was founded in 1834 and is known for its liberal arts programs and research in the fields of medicine, law, and business. Wake Forest University offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs through its six schools and colleges. The university's motto is 'Pro Humanitate', which means 'For Humanity'. Wake Forest University is consistently ranked among the top universities in the United States.