Acceptance Rate History
Wellesley College Acceptance Rate (2013–2024)
MA · Current rate: 14.1%
Wellesley College admits the SAT 1460–1560 range — you might be closer than you think.
What is Wellesley College's acceptance rate in 2024?
Wellesley College's acceptance rate in 2024 is 14.1%, roughly unchanged from 13.9% in 2023.
College Scorecard, 2024
Year-by-Year Data
| Year | Acceptance Rate | Applicants | Admitted |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 14.1% | N/A | N/A |
| 2023 | 13.9% | N/A | N/A |
| 2022 | 13.6% | 8,491 | 1,152 |
| 2021 | 16.2% | 7,663 | 1,240 |
| 2020 | 20.4% | 6,581 | 1,343 |
| 2019 | 21.6% | 6,395 | 1,379 |
| 2018 | 19.5% | 6,631 | 1,296 |
| 2017 | 22.1% | 5,666 | 1,251 |
| 2016 | 28.6% | 4,854 | 1,388 |
| 2015 | 29.9% | 4,623 | 1,380 |
| 2014 | 30.1% | 4,710 | 1,418 |
| 2013 | 29.1% | 4,765 | 1,387 |
Source: IPEDS Admissions Survey (NCES) · College Scorecard
Admitted Student Profile
SAT Range · Middle 50% (25th–75th)
1460–1560
Admitted students at Wellesley College scored between 1460 and 1560 on the SAT (middle 50%).
Source: College Scorecard · U.S. Dept of Education
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Middle 50% of admitted students scored 1460–1560.
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Trend Analysis
Wellesley College's acceptance rate has decreased from 29.1% in 2013 to 14.1% in 2024, reflecting increased selectivity. The most notable shift occurred in 2017.
Analysis compiled from official data trends.
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