Wellesley College

The Wellesley College in Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts, offers a high quality liberal arts program exclusively to women who want to make a difference in the world. To prepare women to make a difference, the school encourages involvement. Student life at the school is rich in activities, clubs and organizations in a broad range of interests from sports to theater and from religion to college government. No matter where your interests lie, there will be opportunities for you. Boston is also nearby, allowing students to experience the culture and entertainment of the historic city. The school also provides many jobs, volunteer opportunities, internships and summer offerings to connect your education to the outside world. Academics include a variety of liberal arts concentrations in areas like Art, Astronomy, Philosophy, Education, Religion and more. Admissions urge students planning to concentrate in mathematics, premedical studies or natural sciences to have taken elective secondary courses in mathematics and science. Similarly, students planning to focus in literature or language are advised to have taken a foreign language and Latin or Greek. Additional requirements include ACT/SAT scores, leadership activities, extracurricular activities, class rank, letters of recommendation and a personal essay. The school awards scholarships based on need to reduce student loan debt. Other financial aid options to eligible students include federal and local grants and student loans.

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