Choose between 3 different degree programs: bachelor of arts, bachelor of fine arts, or bachelor of science in nursing. The bachelor of arts degree is Wesleyan’s traditional, liberal arts degree with many major, minor, & professional program options, you might just decide to declare 2 or 3!
The Academic Resource Center, or the ARC, assists students in achieving their desired academic goals. The ARC is useful for individual, group studying, computer & printer use, academic counseling, tutoring, & special topic seminars.
In addition to living and studying with peers from all over the world, you are encouraged to consider a study abroad experience. Join the faculty on planned study-travel courses to places like China, Greece, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, The Netherlands, and South Korea!
“This diverse college is full of brilliant women devoted to sisterhood and tradition but manages to balance modern ideas and practices.”
“Professors are definitely the best part of Wesleyan. They are totally dedicated and engaging.”
“Professors encourage critical thinking and looking at things from different perspectives.”
“The professors here actually care about you, so don’t be surprised when you receive an email asking why you were not in class the previous day!”
“Classes are challenging but the academic experience is worth the cost of tuition.”
“The atmosphere is very uplifting and supportive. There is no failing unless you absolutely, positively strive to fail.”
The majority of women's college undergraduates earn their degrees in four years.
Graduates of women's colleges are almost twice as likely to earn a graduate degree as any other group.
Graduates of women's colleges are almost twice as likely as all other graduates to say they felt better prepared for life after college.
Women's colleges receive higher ratings for helping students develop self-confidence, make effective decisions, solve problems, and think analytically and creatively.
Alumnae of women's colleges are more likely to be completely satisfied with the quality of their education and feel that it was a good investment.
Graduates of women's colleges make up more than 20% of women in Congress.
Students at women's colleges are almost three times more likely to be involved in varsity athletics than at co-ed public universities.
Graduates of women's colleges represent 30% of a Businessweek list of rising women in corporate America.
Graduates of women's colleges believe their network of alumnae plays a great role for being accepted to graduate school and finding a first job.
Women's colleges receive higher ratings than all other colleges for helping students learn to write and speak effectively.
“The educational environment at Wesleyan gave me the freedom of thought and the knowledge base to tackle all the basic science courses in my first year of medical school (Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth College), as well as the case discussions during my second year. Histology was so much easier after taking Dr. Boettger-Tong’s class. This list could continue on and on.”
Cristiana Baloescu ’09, in residency at Yale New Haven Hospital for Emergency Medicine.
Of student population is international
Number of majors we offer including the Bachelor of Science in Nursing and the Bachelor of Fine Arts degrees
Of full-time faculty members hold the highest degree in their fields
Wesleyan College is privileged to steward many arts and cultural events and share them with the community. Most are free and open to the public. Wesleyan art galleries are open M-F 1:30 – 5:00 PM and on Wesleyan Market Saturdays from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
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Tour our beautiful 200-acre campus featuring Georgian architecture, lush green spaces, recreational facilities, residence halls, and worship center.
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Wesleyan College is home to five NCAA Division III sports: soccer, basketball, volleyball, tennis, and softball. In addition, we offer an award-winning Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) Equestrian program.
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