Overview
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| Location | Wheaton, Illinois |
| Online | wheaton.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Religious Affiliation | Undenominational |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Wheaton College, located in the suburban community of Wheaton, Illinois, approximately 25 miles west of Chicago, is a private Christian liberal arts institution established in 1860. The 80-acre campus features limestone buildings in Gothic architectural style, with the R.E. Nicholas Arboretum serving as a natural laboratory and retreat space. As a selective Protestant evangelical college, Wheaton maintains rigorous academic standards while requiring students to affirm a Statement of Faith and adhere to a community covenant. The college offers undergraduate programs across more than 40 departments, with notable strengths in biblical and theological studies, psychology, applied health science, and liberal arts disciplines. All undergraduate students live on campus for at least three years in residence halls or campus apartments, fostering an residential academic community.
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Wheaton College is rated within the top 27% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Wheaton College within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#166 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#130 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#5 in Best Colleges in Illinois
#4 in Best Private Colleges in Illinois
#230 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#19 in Best Value Colleges in Illinois
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1250/1430 |
| ACT | 28/33 |
| GPA | 3.75 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $670 |
| Other Fees | $250 |
| Room and Board | $11,690 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,180 |
| Total One Year Cost | $56,780 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 15% |
| Theology and Religious Vvocations | 9% |
| English and Literature | 8% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 8% |
| Business | 8% |
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Last updated February 24, 2024