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Wheaton College

Wheaton, IL

Private

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Wheaton College in Wheaton, Illinois, is renowned for its commitment to academic excellence and Christian values. As an institution that has been inspiring students for generations, it offers a dynamic and supportive learning environment.
2,799
Students
90%
Acceptance Rate
Undergrads
2,119
Classification
University
Type
Private, Religious
Religious Affiliation
Other
Steeped in a rich heritage, Wheaton College is dedicated to fostering intellectual growth and moral integrity among its students. It offers a broad spectrum of programs across various disciplines, ensuring that students receive a holistic education. The college's vibrant campus life, underscored by a strong sense of community, enables students to engage deeply with their studies while developing lifelong friendships. With a focus on leadership and service, Wheaton College prepares its graduates to make a positive impact on the world.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Wheaton College?

90% acceptance rate
Less Selective
Admission Standards
Grades & Testing
Average SAT score
1320
Testing
Test Optional
Average High School GPA
Unknown
Application Deadlines
Regular Application Deadline
January 15
Early Decision / Early Action?
No

The most important factors Wheaton College considers when admitting students are:

  • Academic GPA
  • Application Essay
  • Character/Personal Qualities

Financials

See what it costs to attend Wheaton College.

$ 60,792
Overall list price
$ 31,346
Average net price
$ 42,225
Merit Price™
Very Generous
Merit Meter™

Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Wheaton College?

Suburb
Campus Setting
Democrat
State vote for president
Weather
Sunny days
Cloudy
Average winter temp
30°
Average summer temp
71°

Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Wheaton College.

10:1
Student to faculty ratio
82%
4-year grad rate
87%
6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Wheaton are:

  • Business/Managerial Economics
  • Psychology, General
  • English Language and Literature, General

Demographics

Who attends Wheaton College?

50
States represented
25
Countries represented
No
State DEI laws
Student Body
Students
2,799
Women
55%
Men
45%

Housing

What's it like living at Wheaton College?

$13,512
Room & Board
0.8
Housing units / student
91
%
Students on campus

FAQs

How much does Wheaton College cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $60,792 to attend Wheaton.

How many people attend Wheaton College?

2,799 people attend Wheaton. 2,119 are undergraduate students and 680 are graduate students.

Where is Wheaton College located?

Wheaton College is located in Wheaton, Illinois. It is in a Suburb environment.

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