Wesleyan University
Wesleyan University, located in Middletown, Connecticut, is a private liberal arts college. Known for the excellence of its academic and interdisciplinary programs, it was founded in 1831.
Wesleyan's 340 acre campus overlooks the Connecticut River, and provides an intimate setting where its students explore ideas, learn to produce innovative work, and make a positive difference in the world.
With nearly 2800 undergraduates typically hailing from 48 states and over 50 foreign counties, Wesleyan is home to a diverse student body which promotes intellectual exchange.
With a low 9:1 student-to-faculty ratio and over 900 courses, Wesleyan students are able to select from a large number of stimulating, personalized academic options. Wesleyan sponsors international programs in France, Germany, Italy, and Spain, and has over 140 other approved programs where students can study abroad.
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Admissions
of Applicants Admitted
Admitted Freshmen Ranked
- 1% in Top 50% in H.S. Class
- January 01, 2012
SAT Required
Test Score Ranges
25th percentile to 75th percentile- 1930–2240 SAT Total
- 640–740 SAT Reading
- 660–740 SAT Math
- 640–740 SAT Writing
- 30–32 ACT Composite
- 29–33 ACT English
- 30–34 ACT Math
- 8–10 ACT Writing
Cost
Annual tuition, fees, books, supplies, room and board
- $40,092
- $40,092
- $12,372
- $1,333
Will I Like It
number of undergraduates
- Private Non-Profit
- City
- No affiliation
- 50% Women
Famous Alumni
Robert Crispin - President and CEO of ING Investment Management
Jennifer Crittenden - TV Producer and Writer
Akiva Goldsman - Hollywood Producer and Screenwriter
Meredith Orren Hoffa - Writer and Comedian
Herb Kelleher - President and CEO of Southwest Airlines
Robert King - Editor-in-Chief of ESPN.com
Wendy Spero - Comedian and Actress
Beverly Daniel Tatum - College President
Stephen Trask - Composer and Lyricist
Areas of Study
Humanities
Art History
Science & Math
Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry
Social Sciences
Anthropology, Archeology
Extra Curriculars
Long Description
Wesleyan is a private, liberal arts university. Founded in 1831 as a university for men, it was coeducational from 1872 to 1912, then readopted coeducation in 1968. Its 240-acre campus is located in Middletown, 15 miles south of Hartford.
Mailing Address
237 High StMiddletown, CT 6459




