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
8,491
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
51%
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
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalEnglish Proficiency Test
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
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 38% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,430 to 1,550. Additionally, about 20% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 33 to 35.
SAT Scores
38% of students submitted400
1600
1430 – 1550
200
800
720 – 770
200
800
710 – 780
ACT Scores
20% of students submitted1
36
33 – 35
1
36
34 – 35
1
36
29 – 34
Admission Statistics
8,491 students applied to WELLESLEY. Of those, 14% were accepted (1,152 students). Of these 1,152 accepted students, 585 chose to enroll.
8,491
Total Applicants
1,152
Students Admitted
585
Students Enrolled
14%
Acceptance Rate