Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
13.91%
SAT Average
1,513
ACT Range
33-35
Wellesley College Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 13.91%. This means approximately 139 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 2,318 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
13.91%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | New England Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $64,320 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $64,320 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $83,050 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $25,008 | State avg: $23,961. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 20.56% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 17.12% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Wellesley College Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$64,320
Room and board
$19,920
Books and supplies
$800
Other expenses
$1,250
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$83,050
Average net price
$25,008
Average aid coverage
70%
$58,042 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Wellesley College pays approximately $25,008 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Massachusetts average of $23,961 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Wellesley College?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Massachusetts and national averages.
Wellesley College net price
$25,008
Massachusetts average
$23,961
National average
$17,506
Wellesley College Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $64,320 and average net price at $25,008. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$64,320
Current net price
$25,008
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
91.21%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$84,803
Undergraduates
2,318
10-Year Median Earnings - Wellesley College vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Wellesley College graduates earn about 1.9x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Wellesley College?
Undergraduates
2,318
Completion rate
91.21%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
20.56%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
17.12%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 20.56% of Wellesley College students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 17.12% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Wellesley College
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Wellesley College's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Wellesley College lists New England Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Wellesley College is listed at 106 Central St, Wellesley, MA 02481-8203. Accreditor: New England Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Wellesley College with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellesley College | 13.91% | $64,320 | $25,008 | $84,803 |
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 4.74% | $60,156 | $19,813 | $143,372 |
| Franklin W Olin College of Engineering | 21.66% | $64,458 | $20,575 | $129,455 |
| MCPHS University | 85.21% | $38,850 | $35,084 | $125,557 |
| Babson College | 19.74% | $56,032 | $38,876 | $123,938 |
Similar Schools in Wellesley
This local cluster focuses on nearby Wellesley schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Wellesley.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wellesley College's acceptance rate?
Wellesley College's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 13.91%.
How much is Wellesley College tuition?
Wellesley College's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $64,320.
What is Wellesley College's average net price?
Wellesley College's average net price in the local dataset is $25,008.
What does Wellesley College cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $5,695 for Wellesley College students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Wellesley College's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $84,803 for Wellesley College.
Is Wellesley College accredited?
Wellesley College's accreditor in the local dataset is New England Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Wellesley College?
The local dataset lists 2,318 undergraduate students at Wellesley College.
What percentage of Wellesley College students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Wellesley College in the local dataset is 20.56%.
What is the federal loan rate at Wellesley College?
The federal loan rate for Wellesley College in the local dataset is 17.12%.
Where should I verify Wellesley College data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Wellesley College or the latest official federal education data.