Wellesley College
Wellesley, MA
13%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 1,152 |
|---|---|
| Declined | 7,339 |
| Total Received | 8,491 |
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Founded in 1870, Wellesley College is a private, women's liberal arts college that is known for its academic excellence and its strong alumnae network. It is located on a 500-acre campus in Wellesley, Massachusetts—12 miles from Boston.
| Official website | Visit website |
|---|---|
| Application link | Apply online |
| Public/private | Private |
| Campus enrollment | 2,447 |
| Established in | 1870 |
| Coeducational | Women Only |
| Religious affiliation | Other |
500-acre, suburban campus in Wellesley (population: 29,479), 12 miles from Boston. Major airport, bus, and train serve Boston. School operates transportation to Cambridge. Public transportation serves campus.
Wellesley College
106 Central Street
Wellesley, MA
02481
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| Application fee | $0 |
|---|---|
| Other application fee | (free if filed online) |
| Admissions interview (required or recommended) | Recommended |
| Common application accepted | Yes |
| Application deadline (final deadline) | January 15 |
| School has early decision program | Yes |
| Early decision program application deadline | November 1 |
| SAT/ACT requirements | SAT or ACT Required |
13%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 1,152 |
|---|---|
| Declined | 7,339 |
| Total Received | 8,491 |
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65%
$56,816
| Tuition | $64,320 |
| Housing | $10,320 |
| Food | $9,600 |
| Additional fees | $1,250 |
| Books & supplies | $800 |
| Total | $86,290 |
| Average Financial Aid | - $56,816 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $29,474 |
Need-based
| Federal | $2,738,630 |
| State | $63,000 |
| Institutional | $65,981,591 |
| Other external | $922,386 |
| Total | $69,705,607 |
Non-need-based
| Federal | |
| State | |
| Institutional | |
| Other external | $1,283,731 |
| Total | $1,283,731 |
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P: 781 283-2360
F: 781 283-3946
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| Assc. | Bach. | Mast. | Doct. | |
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| Ancient Studies/Civilization |
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| Anthropology, General |
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| Art History, Criticism and Conservation |
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| Astronomy |
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| Astrophysics |
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| Biochemistry |
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| Biology/Biological Sciences, General |
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| Chemical Physics |
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| Chemistry, General |
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| Chinese Language and Literature |
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| Cognitive Psychology and Psycholinguistics |
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| Comparative Literature |
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| Computer and Information Sciences, General |
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| Computer Software and Media Applications, Other |
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| Creative Writing |
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| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General |
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| Econometrics and Quantitative Economics |
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| Education, General |
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| English Language and Literature, General |
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| Film/Cinema/Media Studies |
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| Fine/Studio Arts, General |
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| French Language and Literature |
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| Geology/Earth Science, General |
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| History, General |
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| International Relations and Affairs |
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| Japanese Language and Literature |
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| Jewish/Judaic Studies |
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| Korean Language and Literature |
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| Mathematics and Computer Science |
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| Mathematics, General |
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| Medieval and Renaissance Studies |
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| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other |
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| Music, General |
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| Neuroscience |
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| Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution |
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| Philosophy |
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| Physics, General |
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| Political Science and Government, General |
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| Religion/Religious Studies |
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| Research and Experimental Psychology, Other |
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| Russian Language and Literature |
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| Sociology, General |
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| Spanish Language and Literature |
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2,447
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Transfer applicants enrolled
Students are transfer students
| Minimum requirements | |
|---|---|
| High school transcript | Required of All |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Essay or personal statement | Required of All |
| Interview | Recommended of All |
| Standardized test scores | Required of Some |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Required of All |
Maximum transferred
16
Minimum transfers must complete
16
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| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | 87 |
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| Countries most often represented |
Canada China France India Japan South Korea |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
Host family program International student center Special counselors/advisors Special orientation |
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