Wheaton College

Overview

Wheaton College in Norton, Massachusetts, is a private liberal arts institution founded in 1834, featuring a predominantly undergraduate focus with a variety of traditional liberal arts and sciences disciplines. The college's scenic 400-acre campus boasts distinctive gothic architecture and is situated in a quiet, residential setting approximately 38 miles south of Boston. Known for its interdisciplinary curriculum and a high rate of student research participation, Wheaton offers more than 100 majors and minors with a faculty committed to teaching and mentoring. Wheaton has a reputation for being selective in its admissions process. Residential living is an integral part of the campus experience, as the majority of students reside on campus. Notable academic programs at Wheaton include Business and Management, Psychology, and Biology. While Wheaton is not predominantly known for its athletic programs, it competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Wheaton Lyons.

In the most recent statistical year 4,031 prospective students applied, and 3,204 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 494 enrolled in the school.  1,656 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 11 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $59,750 plus fees of $480. Wheaton College is ranked 180 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.