Admissions Overview
The admission process at Wellesley College has a 14% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Wellesley College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
14%
Very Selective
Application Volume
8,184
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
50%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Wellesley College has a 14% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Wellesley College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalEnglish Proficiency Test
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Other Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Wellesley College. About 42% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,440 to 1,550. Additionally, about 17% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 33 to 35.
SAT Scores
42% of students submitted400
1600
1440 – 1550
200
800
720 – 770
200
800
720 – 780
ACT Scores
17% of students submitted1
36
33 – 35
1
36
34 – 35
1
36
29 – 35
Admission Statistics
8,184 students applied to WELLESLEY. Of those, 14% were accepted (1,138 students). Of these 1,138 accepted students, 573 chose to enroll.
8,184
Total Applicants
1,138
Students Admitted
573
Students Enrolled
14%
Acceptance Rate