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2026-27 cycleWellesley, MA
Wellesley College
Wellesley College is a private liberal arts women's college in Wellesley, Massachusetts. Renowned for empowering female leaders, Wellesley offers strong undergraduate programs across the liberal arts and sciences, along with cross-registration access at MIT.
Acceptance rate
14%
Undergrad enrollment
2,366
Test policy
Test optional
Application fee
Free
Application deadlines
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| TransferSpring Transfer | October 15, 2026 |
| Early DecisionEarly Decision I | November 1, 2026 |
| Financial AidED I Financial Aid | November 1, 2026 |
| Financial AidED II Financial Aid | January 5, 2027 |
| Early Decision IIEarly Decision II | January 5, 2027 |
| Regular DecisionRegular Decision | January 8, 2027 |
| Financial AidRegular Decision Financial Aid | January 15, 2027 |
| TransferFall Transfer | March 1, 2027 |
Supplemental essay prompts
RequiredCommunity400 words
Wellesley students actively seek ways to build bridges and to change the world for the better. Tell us about an experience working with and alongside people of different backgrounds and/or perspectives from your own. Why was this important to you, and what lessons from this will you bring with you to Wellesley?
Data gathered August 2026.