Overview
Wheaton College is an explicitly Christian, academically rigorous, liberal arts college and graduate school located just 25 miles west of Chicago. Established in 1860 by abolitionists, Wheaton is guided by its original mission to provide excellence in Christian higher education, and offers more than 50 academic programs in various fields of study. With twin traditions of quality academics and deep faith along with a faculty composed of Christian thought leaders, Wheaton is the standard-bearer for world-class undergraduate and graduate Christian education. Over a century and a half after our founding, we champion the true essence of the Christian Liberal Arts educational experience. Our enduring model makes space to wrestle with timeless challenges and to pursue biblically informed, thoughtful wisdom.
Acceptance Rate:
88%
Average Net Price:
$27,474
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.8
Average ACT Composite
31
Average SAT Composite
1337
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $43,936 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $43,936 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $12,390 |
| Books and Supplies | $910 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
76%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
21%
Average Aid Per Year
$24,272
21%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$2,124
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$23,052
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
7%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$5160
100%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$2,124
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$36,678,180
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$11,693,994
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
55%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$6,429
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$20,500
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$216
Students receiving federal loans
55%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,236
Average Other Loans Per Year
$15,673
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Undenominational
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
1893
Students Applied
82%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
37
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | November 15 | May 1 |
| Fall Regular Decision | August 1 | May 1 |
Application Fee
$50
Fee waivers availableApplications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
23%
Submitting ACT
38%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 31
Average SAT Composite: 1337
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.8
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
2,885
Total Number of Undergrads
2,163
0
100
79%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
88%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
12:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- Study Abroad
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
52
Faculty Overview
0
100
79%
Faculty With Terminal Degree US National: 36%
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
51
Countries Represented
25
Ethnicity
Student Organizations
96
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
91%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
90%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Thunder
School Colors
orange and blue
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
College Conference of Illinois and Wisc
Total Male Athletes
298
Total Female Athletes
166
Intramural Sports
15
Sports Club
3
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Golf
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Wrestling
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Wheaton College Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$60,500
Top 5 Cities
Chicago
New York
Washington
Minneapolis
Los Angeles
Top 5 Employers
Wheaton College
US Army
First Trust
Tyndale House Publishers
IBM
Top 5 Sectors
Education
Business Development
Community & Social Services
Healthcare Services
Operations
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$20,500
Loan Default Rate
1%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$216
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingThe profs are great- very good teachers, love what they're doing, and really want to help you succeed.
Andy from Wheaton, IL
wheaton college is a school for the serious christian student. it is intensely focused on academics, athletics, and an intentional christian perspective on life. if you want to grow as a christian scholar, attend wheaton college.
Daniel from Wheaton, IL
A community of God-serving Christians.
A place where the professors teach their own classes and want to learn your name; they want to see you succeed.
Where friends become family, a very close-knit community.
A place where the professors teach their own classes and want to learn your name; they want to see you succeed.
Where friends become family, a very close-knit community.
Amanda from WA
I have not been a student here yet, but I am enrolled for next fall and I have visited a few of the classes. What I take from Wheaton is yes you will learn above and beyond most colleges because as you are learning about your studies in your major, you are also learning about your faith. Wheaton teaches you how to take your profession and use it in the way God has planned for you. Also when I stay in the dorms the students are constantly studying so there must be a lot to learn from your studies alone.
Cassidy from Grand Haven, MI
Wheaton has an excellent academic program. The professors will push you to your potential.
Bethany
I love going to Wheaton, the community here is amazing. However, Wheaton isn't for everyone, you have to want to be here. Our Christian faith plays a central role in all that we do
Victoria from Gaithersburg, MD
Wheaton College is an educational institution that challenges students at the highest academic level while also pointing them in the direction to learn the Bible and live a Christ-like life. Teachers are intelligent, educated from some of the most prestigious schools in America, and also have a desire and love to truly teach their subject to students. I highly recommend this college to those who want to pursue academic rigor while also pursing a love for the Lord in their lives.
Kevin from Seminole, FL
Professors are really knowledgeable, and the classes are challenging, yet extremely fulfilling.
Jessica from Medford, OR
Wheaton is definitely top-notch academically! The professors are amazing and the teaching is exceptional.
Natalie from Grabill, IN
Even though I have only been here for one year, I have absolutely loved every minute of my time at Wheaton College. The academics are challenging and all of the professors are very caring. The community that I have found there has quickly become a second family to me, one that supports me and challenges me to grow personally and spiritually.
Emily from Fleetwood, PA
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