Wellesley College
Wellesley, MA. Admissions numbers, deadlines, cost and your chances of getting in, by round.
| Location | Wellesley, MA · Large suburb |
|---|---|
| Type | Private |
| Undergraduates | 2,300 |
| Acceptance rate | 14% |
| SAT (middle 50%, reported) | 1430–1550 · 38% submit |
| SAT estimated for all students | 1410–1530 |
| ACT (middle 50%) | 33–35 |
| Testing policy | Optional |
| Graduation rate | 91% |
| First-year retention | 95% |
| Student–faculty ratio | 7:1 |
| Cost of attendance | $86,290 |
| Application fee | $0 |
Application deadlines (2026–27)
- Early Decision: Nov 1, 2026
- Early Decision II: Jan 5, 2027
- Regular Decision: Jan 8, 2027
Most popular majors: Social sciences, Biology, Computer science, Physical sciences, Psychology.
Wellesley College campus map
On campus
Clapp Library, Keohane Sports Center, Davis Museum and Cultural Center.
Around campus
- Places to eat: Lockheart, Domino's, Weston Road Cafe, Dunkin'
- Coffee: Starbucks, DR/P Cafe
- Shops: Joel Bagnal Goldsmiths & Jewelers, Wellesley Books, Jarbo, Irresistibles, Lux Bond & Green
- Museums and culture: Boston Marathon - Wellesley Scream Tunnel, Massachusetts Horticultural Society Lib, Massachusetts Horticultural Society Library
- Groceries: Andrews Pharmacy, Fells Market
- Parks: Morses Pond Beach, McKinnon Park, Hunnewell Estates Historic District
Nearest train: Wellesley Square.
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