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Wellesley College is a private women’s liberal arts college near Boston, Massachusetts, with about 2,500 students. Known for academic excellence and leadership development, Wellesley has produced many influential alumnae, including Hillary Clinton. The campus is set on a picturesque lake, combining natural beauty with academic rigor. Wellesley’s supportive, empowering environment makes it one of the most prestigious women’s colleges in the world.

Admissions Statistics

Regular Decision
Applicants
7,681
Admitted
916
Admit Rate
0.1192553053%
Total Enrolled
583
Early Decision
Early Applicants
1,033
Early Admitted
308
ED Admit Rate
0.298160697%
Admits from Early
0.2516339869%
of total class
Waitlist
Offered Spot
2,495
Accepted Spot
1,299
Admitted
34
WL Admit Rate
0%

Academic Profile

Class Rank & GPA
Average GPA
N/A
Top 10% of Class
0.9%
Top 25% of Class
0.99%
Top 50% of Class
1%
Demographics
Men
-
Women
583
Admit Rate: 0.1404636218%
Non-International
86.1%
International
13.9%

Admission Factors

Selection Criteria
Rigor of School RecordNot Considered
Class RankConsidered
Academic GPANot Considered
Standardized TestsImportant
Application EssayConsidered
RecommendationNot Considered
ExtracurricularsConsidered
Talent/AbilityConsidered
Character/PersonalNot Considered
InterviewVery Important
First GenerationImportant

Cost & Outcome

Tuition & Fees
In-State Tuition
$69,800
Out-of-State Tuition
$69,800
Career Earnings
Early Career Pay
$76,900
Mid Career Pay
$134,100
Student Body
Undergrads
2,335
Total Students
2,335