Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Middletown, Connecticut |
| Online | wesleyan.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Wesleyan University sits along the Connecticut River in Middletown, Connecticut, approximately 25 minutes from Hartford. Founded in 1831 as a Methodist institution, though now secular, the university's 316-acre campus combines historic brownstone buildings with contemporary academic facilities. Known for its selective liberal arts curriculum, Wesleyan emphasizes interdisciplinary studies and offers notable programs in film studies, music, psychology, and environmental science. The university maintains a residential college system where students are required to live on campus for their first three years, housed within various dormitories and program houses. As a member of the "Little Three" athletic conference alongside Amherst and Williams, Wesleyan competes in NCAA Division III athletics.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Wesleyan University is rated within the top 8% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 10 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Wesleyan University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#33 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#33 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#2 in Best Colleges in Connecticut
#2 in Best Private Colleges in Connecticut
#19 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#2 in Best Value Colleges in Connecticut
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1320/1510 |
| ACT | 31/34 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very High |
| Application Fee | $65 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $600 |
| Room and Board | $18,180 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,470 |
| Total One Year Cost | $85,172 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 24% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 14% |
| Ethnic Studies | 12% |
| Psychology | 11% |
| English and Literature | 8% |
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Last updated February 24, 2024