Wheaton College, Massachusetts

Wheaton College, Massachusetts
Academic Programs
- Art & Design
- Business
- Communication
- Design
- Economics
- Education
- Government/Political Science
- Health Science
- Liberal Arts
- Music
- Nursing
- Performing Arts
- Research
- Science
- Social Science
- Visual Arts
Student experience
- Athletics
- Co-op/Internship Opportunities
- Disability Services
- Intramural/Club Sports
- LGBTQIA Services
- On-Campus Housing
- Study Abroad
- Undergraduate Research
Application information
Find out about requirements, fees, and deadlines
A Wheaton education is personal—it looks different for every student, and you’ll discover what your path looks like with the help of the many people and resources available here. Your education, both in and out of the classroom, will help you think critically, forge connections, develop professional skills and build a network for life. Wheaton offers Early Decision I and II, Early Action I and II and Regular Decision and has been test optional for over 25 years. Visit wheatoncollege.edu/admission/apply/ for more information about application requirements and deadlines.
Students may wish to submit additional materials such as creative arts portfolios or other student work and projects in order to support their application and provide the admission committee with evidence of particular strengths, talents or interests.
Wheaton's vibrant community is a result of the incredible experiences, passions and interests of its members. Transfer students are an essential part of our community. Wherever you are in your college journey, Wheaton welcomes you and invites you to connect with our transfer counselors. Applicants who have matriculated at another collegiate institution, regardless of completed work, are considered transfer candidates. Transfer applicant deadlines are November 15 for spring entry and May 1 for fall entry. Visit wheatoncollege.edu/admission/transfer/ for more information about application requirements and deadlines.

Additional Information
Learn more about Affordability:
Earning a degree at Wheaton College is more affordable than you might think: 99% of students receive some form of merit or need-based aid. In 2024, the average cost for first-year students was $24,414—lower than many public universities.
Learn more about Scholarships:
New England Regional Grant: Approximately half of our alumni remain in New England after graduation. We’re committed to empowering future generations to enrich our vibrant communities through Wheaton’s New England Regional Grant. This effectively reduces the cost of tuition by half for all four years for students who reside in or complete their high school education in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, or Vermont. New England students are also eligible for additional merit grants.>
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The culture at Wheaton can definitely be summed up in one word: supportive. Almost any endeavor you want to partake in, you will find people who want to support you. That’s true in my courses and socially, too.