Race & Ethnicity
Wellesley College has a diverse student body with 54% students of color and 16% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Wellesley College offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Wellesley College has a gender distribution of 98% female students and 2% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
2% of total enrollment
98% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Wellesley College serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 86% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 1% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Age Diversity Insights
86%
Traditional Age (18-21)
1%
Non-Traditional (25+)
0%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Wellesley College attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 16% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 12% in-state residents, 72% out-of-state students, and 16% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
12% of student body
72% of student body
16% of student body
States Represented
43 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
54%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
98%
Female Students
Global Reach
16%
International
Age Diversity
1%
Non-Traditional Age