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Wellesley College was chartered in 1870 as the Wellesley Female Seminary. It was given its present name on March 7, 1873. However, classes began to be offered only from the year 1875. It is now a private women's liberal arts institute located on more than 450 acres of land in Wellesley, Massachusetts.
Wellesley College's recent enrollments have been more than 2,000 students every year. The college offers baccalaureates degrees in over 50 majors. One can choose from programs in the fields of art, architecture, classical studies, cinema and media studies, English, geosciences, peace and justice studies, religion, and women’s studies, among others.
Wellesley College’s sports teams participate in basketball, cross country, fencing, field hockey, golf, lacrosse, soccer, softball, squash, swimming and diving, tennis, and volleyball. Students are also members of clubs and organizations such as the À la Mode, Alianza, Art Club, Blue Notes, Cafe Hoop, Glee Club, and Phi Sigma.
Wellesley College can be found in Wellesley, MA (a large suburb). The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. The Bachelor's degree is the highest degree at Wellesley College.
The school offers a wide range of choices in programs of study. The range of program offerings available from Wellesley College is especially impressive compared to its number of students. The most common majors at the school are in science, mathematics, fine arts, and liberal arts.
Wellesley College does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. The school turned down 64% of potential students in 2007-2008. Only 25% of students scored 640 or lower in 2007-2008 on the verbal SAT test. Math SAT scores at Wellesley College centered around 630 to 725, but ranged both higher and lower.
Classes at the school are less crowded than at many schools. A tenure system is one way Wellesley College works to keep a high-quality staff. Instructors at the school are well-paid.
In 2007-2008, 2,380 students were enrolled in Wellesley College. A very high share of students at the school are female.
Wellesley College has a residential or campus feel. Student dorms or apartments are common at the school. Wellesley College offers students meal plans. The school student athletes compete in New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference competitions.
More complete details are provided below.
Wellesley College
106 Central St
Wellesley, MA 02481-8203
General Phone: (781) 283-1000
http://www.wellesley.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 346 | economics, English, political science, history, international relations, Spanish language, French language, sociology, ... |
| Science | 71 | biology, biochemistry, chemistry, physics, geology, astrophysics, astronomy |
| Therapy and Counseling | 49 | psychology, cognitive psychology |
| Medicine | 32 | neuroscience |
| Fine Arts | 27 | art history and criticism, fine arts |
| Religion and Philosophy | 20 | philosophy, religion, Jewish studies |
| Photography and Commercial Art | 16 | film studies, film and photography |
| Mathematics | 12 | mathematics |
| Architecture and Planning | 11 | architecture |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 7 | environmental studies, environmental science |
| Music | 5 | music |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 4 | drama |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 2 | computer and info science |
| Engineering | 2 | archeology |
Number of programs and degrees for Wellesley College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 604 | 57 |
In 2007-2008, Wellesley College had a total enrollment of 2,380 students (2,537 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 0% |
| Women | 100% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 42% |
| Black | 6% |
| Hispanic | 7% |
| Asian | 26% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 8% |
| (Foreign Students) | 11% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 47% |
| 20-21 | 43% |
| 22-24 | 5% |
| 25-29 | 1% |
| 30-34 | 0% |
| 35-39 | 0% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| New York | 13% |
| California | 13% |
| Massachusetts | 12% |
| (International Students) | 11% |
| New Jersey | 5% |
| Connecticut | 4% |
| Florida | 4% |
| Maryland | 3% |
| Texas | 3% |
| Illinois | 3% |
| Pennsylvania | 3% |
| Ohio | 2% |
| New Hampshire | 2% |
| Michigan | 2% |
| Minnesota | 2% |
| Maine | 2% |
| Virginia | 2% |
| Washington | 1% |
| Oregon | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| Oklahoma | 1% |
| Missouri | 1% |
| Nebraska | 1% |
| New Mexico | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
| North Carolina | 1% |
| Idaho | 1% |
| Rhode Island | 1% |
| Washington, DC | 1% |
| Vermont | 1% |
| Arizona | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 96 % |
Wellesley College offers campus housing for 2,187 of its 2,537 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Wellesley, Massachusetts for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Massachusetts Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 4,001 | 1,442 | 36% | 596 | 41% |
| Women | 4,001 | 1,442 | 36% | 596 | 41% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 640 | 740 |
| SAT Math | 630 | 725 |
| SAT Writing | 650 | 740 |
| ACT Composite | 28 | 32 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 89% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 33% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | recommended |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 36,640 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 36,640 |
| Room and board | $ 11,336 |
| Room charge | $ 5,752 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 5,584 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,250 |
Financial Aid:
Wellesley College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 222400)
Wellesley College has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 53 | $149,678 | 49 | $141,000 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 24 | $97,772 | 28 | $98,966 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 25 | $78,127 | 48 | $74,974 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Lecturer | academic year | 13 | $73,477 | 26 | $84,399 |
| No academic rank | academic year | 10 | $67,094 | 26 | $65,668 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 126 | $110,335 | 177 | $97,065 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference |
| Track | New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference |
ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING
Architecture (BArch, BA/BS, MArch, MA/MS, PhD)
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
African-American/Black Studies
American/United States Studies/Civilization
Ancient Studies/Civilization
Ancient/Classical Greek Language and Literature
Anthropology
Chinese Language and Literature
Chinese Studies
Comparative Literature
East Asian Studies
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
French Studies
German Language and Literature
German Studies
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Italian Studies
Japanese Language and Literature
Latin American Studies
Latin Language and Literature
Medieval and Renaissance Studies
Near and Middle Eastern Studies
Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
Political Science and Government, General
Russian Language and Literature
Russian Studies
Sociology
South Asian Studies
Spanish Language and Literature
Urban Studies/Affairs
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Film/Cinema Studies
Film/Video and Photographic Arts, Other
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Jewish/Judaic Studies
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Astronomy
Astrophysics
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
Physics, General
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Cognitive Psychology and Psycholinguistics
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Wellesley College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Number of students (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 13% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, air force) NCAA athletic conference member
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