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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 Wheaton, Illinois, is a private liberal arts college with a suburban campus roughly 25 miles west of Chicago. Founded in 1860, it is distinguished for its strong evangelical Christian orientation. Wheaton?s academic profile includes an emphasis on a faith-based education, with popular majors such as business/economics, communication, and the humanities, framed within a Christian worldview. The institution is recognized for its rigorous academics and is considered moderately selective in its admissions process. Wheaton's traditional Greco-Roman architecture is a distinctive feature of the campus, offering a preserved sense of historical aesthetic. Undergraduate students are typically required to live on campus, fostering a close-knit residential community. While Wheaton College values its athletics, it is not primarily known for a particular sport at the intercollegiate level, yet does participate in NCAA Division III as the Thunder.
In the most recent statistical year 1,893 prospective students applied, and 1,674 were granted admission. Of those admitted 504 enrolled in the school. 2,307 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 578 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $41,990 plus fees of $250. Wheaton College is ranked 166 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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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