Type Private
Location Wellesley, USA
Accreditation Seven Sisters
Entrance exams Common App, Coalition App
Academic Programs
Undergraduate
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| BA Liberal Arts (50+ majors) | UG | 4 years |
Overview
Wellesley College is a private institution in Wellesley, MA, USA, founded in 1870. Wellesley College is a women’s liberal arts college known for rigorous academics, need-blind admissions for U.S. students, cross-registration with MIT, and empowerin
Academic Programs
- Degrees: Bachelor of Arts (BA)
- Majors Available: 50+
- Curriculum: Wellesley requires 32 units total, including distribution requirements across humanities/arts (3 units), social/behavioral sciences (1+2 units), and sciences/math (3 units with lab), plus first-year writing, foreign language, quantitative reasoning, 300-level courses, major (min. 8 units), multicultural, physical education, and experiential learning. This structure ensures broad liberal arts exposure alongside depth in the major.
- Distinctive Programs: Cross-registration with MIT, Babson, Brandeis, Olin; dual-degree programs with MIT/Olin (BA/BS); strong in economics, computer science, neuroscience; Wellesley Centers for Women research.
- Student-Faculty Ratio: 7:1
Campus and Location
Located in Wellesley, USA. Campus spans 500.
Who Applies Here
- Students seeking a rigorous private liberal arts education in USA
- Those drawn to Cross-registration with MIT
- Members of Seven Sisters
Things to Verify Before Applying
- Verify current tuition, deadlines, and requirements on the official website
- Acceptance rate is 14% (Class of 2028), highly competitive
- Study abroad: Extensive credit-bearing programs worldwide across disciplines; pay Wellesley tu
Sources Used
Fees — 2025-26
Program Fees
| Program | Level | Annual Fee | Total Fee | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA Liberal Arts (50+ majors) | UG | USD 72,570 | — | official-website |
Fee figures are indicative. Verify the complete fee structure on the institution's official website.
Admissions — 2025-26
Entrance Exams
Common App Coalition App
Eligibility
BA Liberal Arts (50+ majors)
Test-optional (for Fall 2026 entry)
Selection Process
- Apply via official website or designated portal
- Submit required documents and test scores
- Await admission decision
Placements — Not disclosed
Average package Not disclosed
Highest package Not disclosed
Placement rate Not disclosed
Placement data is sourced from institutional records. Verify current data on the institution's official website.
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