Wellesley College

Wellesley, MA • private • CSS Profile • Women Only

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Overview

Institution Type

private

Campus Setting

Suburban

Student Population

Undergrad: 2,503 • Total: 2,503

Academic Calendar

Semester

Address

106 Central St
Wellesley, MA
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Website

www.wellesley.edu

Region

Northeast

Carnegie Classification

Carnegie Code: 31

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 58 (2.3%) • Female: 2,445 (97.7%)

Race/Ethnicity Distribution

Asian	576	23.0%
Black/African American	207	8.3%
Hispanic/Latino	371	14.8%
White	763	30.5%
Two or More Races	177	7.1%
International	348	13.9%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate

13.9%

1,138 admitted from 8,184 applicants

Standardized Testing Policy

✓ Test Optional

SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)

Reading: 720-770
Math: 720-780
Total: 1440-1550

ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)

33-35

Application Types Offered

ED I ED II RD

Application Requirements

—

Financial Aid Forms

CSS Profile Required

Deadlines

ED I:	11/01/2025
ED II:	01/05/2026
RD:	01/08/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate

91.2%

4-Year Graduation Rate

80.4%

Freshman Retention Rate

96.0%

Student-Faculty Ratio

7.5:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)

$88,704

Tuition + Room & Board + Books

Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)

Tuition: $66,880

Room & Board

$21,024

Books & Supplies

$800

Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)

$0-30,000	$2,546
$30,001-48,000	$2,836
$48,001-75,000	$6,587
$75,001-110,000	$11,551
$110,001+	$54,188

Students Receiving Pell Grants

57%

Average Grant/Scholarship Aid

$21,501

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Common questions about Wellesley College

What is Wellesley College's acceptance rate?

Wellesley College accepts 14% of applicants, from 8,184 applications.

How much does Wellesley College cost?

Tuition and fees are $66,880. Families earning under $30,000 pay $2,546 on average after aid.

Does Wellesley College require SAT or ACT scores?

Wellesley College does not require SAT or ACT scores for admission.

What ACT score do you need for Wellesley College?

The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 33 and 35 on the ACT.

What is Wellesley College's graduation rate?

91% of students graduate within six years.