Wheaton College (Massachusetts) Admission Requirements

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Wheaton College (Massachusetts) Admission Overview

Wheaton College (Massachusetts) admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year Wheaton College (Massachusetts) admitted 67.7% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.48 GPA (B+) and SAT 1220-1390 / ACT 29-33. Wheaton College (Massachusetts) is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Wheaton College (Massachusetts) Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

67.7%

Admission Standards

Very High

Applicant Competition

Low

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Admission difficulty for Wheaton College (Massachusetts)

Acceptance Rate

The Wheaton College (Massachusetts) acceptance rate is 67.7%. Last year, 3,952 of 5,835 applicants were admitted. That is the 27th lowest acceptance rate in Massachusetts.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Wheaton College (Massachusetts) and can you get accepted?

Wheaton College (Massachusetts) is a moderately competitive school to get into, admitting a large majority of applicants. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile. Getting an offer is relatively likely compared with more selective schools, but last year's class still posted a strong academic profile.

Wheaton College (Massachusetts) typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.48. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 13% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Wheaton College (Massachusetts) GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.48

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.48

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Wheaton College (Massachusetts) typically have around a 3.48 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have above average high school grades. Wheaton College (Massachusetts) is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #29 in Massachusetts for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.5 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.

High school GPA ranges for enrolled Wheaton College (Massachusetts) freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 15.3% Good
3.75 to 3.99 19.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 20.1% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 18.4% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 10.1% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 14.7% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 2.4% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Wheaton College (Massachusetts) SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1220-1390

Freshmen who sent SAT

18%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 640
  • Math 580
  • Composite 1220
SAT 25th percentile scores for Wheaton College (Massachusetts)

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 720
  • Math 670
  • Composite 1390
SAT 75th percentile scores for Wheaton College (Massachusetts)

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Wheaton College (Massachusetts) typically score around a 1310 SAT (middle 50% 1220–1390) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 89th percentile nationally. Wheaton College (Massachusetts) ranks #21 in the state of Massachusetts and #196 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1220 to 1390

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Wheaton College (Massachusetts) is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1310 SAT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at Wheaton College (Massachusetts)
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1390+ Above 75th >80%
1310 to 1390 Avg + 69%-80%
1220 to 1310 Avg - 53%-69%
Below 1220 Below mid-50 <53%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Wheaton College (Massachusetts) ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

29-33

Freshmen reporting ACT

2%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 27
  • Math 26
  • Composite 29
ACT 25th percentile scores for Wheaton College (Massachusetts)

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 35
  • Math 31
  • Composite 33
ACT 75th percentile scores for Wheaton College (Massachusetts)

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Wheaton College (Massachusetts) typically have around a 31 ACT (mid-50 29–33) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 95th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Wheaton College (Massachusetts) places #16 among colleges in Massachusetts and #100 nationwide for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 29 to 33

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Wheaton College (Massachusetts) without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 31.0 ACT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at Wheaton College (Massachusetts)
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
33+ Above 75th >80%
31 to 33 Avg + 68%-80%
29 to 31 Avg - 53%-68%
Below 29 Below mid-50 <53%

How to read these figures

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

63% of Wheaton College (Massachusetts) freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 31% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted Wheaton College (Massachusetts) students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 30.6%
Top 25% of class 63.1%
Top 50% of class 86%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

Estimate How You Compare

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Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.

Wheaton College (Massachusetts) admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 3,697 2,095 5,835
Accepted 2,668 1,268 3,952
Acceptance Rate 72% 61% 68%
Enrolled 321 186 511
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 12% 15% 13%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Wheaton College (Massachusetts) and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Wheaton College (Massachusetts) application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Feb 15, 2027

Days left to Apply

168

Applicants have 168 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Feb 15, 2027.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Wheaton College (Massachusetts) is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Wheaton College (Massachusetts)
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

Wheaton College (Massachusetts) is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 67.7% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.48 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1220-1390); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

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Last updated: August 2026