Frequently Asked Questions
I'm curious about Wheaton. Tell me more.
These quick facts tell part of the story. You can also have a look at our majors and minors, our electronic newsletter, news@Wheaton, or the alumni magazine, the Wheaton Quarterly. Or, you might be interested in Student Life at Wheaton.
We invite you to learn more.
When is the best time to visit?
You can visit campus anytime, but we encourage you to visit when classes are in session. Schedule an interview, take a campus tour or attend an information session. The Admission Office is open Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
How can I join your mailing list?
It's easy. Just complete this form.
Are students allowed to have cars on campus?
Yes. Students who bring cars to campus must register their cars with Public Safety to receive an authorized parking sticker. The College, unfortunately, does not have enough parking for all first year students. Permits are available on a very limited basis. The Office of Public Safety administers parking permits.
Where do students live?
Wheaton is a residential campus, with virtually all students living on college property. Typically, first year students have one or two roommates. Here's a look at Wheaton's residential options.
What's the deadline to apply?
It depends. Look here for a comprehensive list of application deadlines. Please note that if you are mailing your application to us, it must be postmarked by the application deadline.
What about financial aid?
Approximately 60 percent of Wheaton students receive some form of aid. For more information, go to Wheaton financial aid pages.
I'm interested in your athletic programs. How can I learn more?
We can send you more info on specific sports programs. You might also visit our athletic pages or contact an individual coach.
There are so many colleges in and around Boston. Why should I think about Wheaton?
With students and faculty winning major national awards, Wheaton's academic reputation is nationally recognized. It's located on a beautiful New England campus. It's the only private, coed liberal arts college of its size in the area.
I know that Wheaton is close to Boston and Providence, but what happens on campus?
There's too much to tell in just a few sentences. If you let us know more about your interests, we'll get you more info. In the meantime, you can check out what's happening on campus this semester or you can subscribe to our e-newsletter.
Your viewbook says that faculty work closely with students. How can I learn more about Wheaton faculty?
Our 140 faculty members focus on teaching. They are respected scholars in their fields and collaborate with students on research projects. The ratio of students to faculty is 10:1. You can learn more online. Also have a look at what academic disciplines are offered at Wheaton.
I've heard the Wheaton Curriculum is innovative. How so?
Wheaton's curriculum is unique in the way it integrates interdisciplinary studies with the traditional liberal arts. Foundations courses in the first two years build sophisticated skills in writing, quantitative analysis and foreign language while preparing students for further exploration. Wheaton's unique Connections program provides an exciting way to explore different disciplines and diverse approaches to problems: All students take pairs or sets of Connections courses that are linked across two or more academic areas. The major provides for in-depth study in a chosen area, while elective courses allow students to expand their intellectual interests.
Who are your admission officers and how can I reach them?
You can always call us at 800-394-6003 (within the U.S.) or at 508-286-8251 (outside the U.S.). You can also reach staff members directly by e-mail.
I've been accepted for January Admission. What does that mean?
Wheaton offers January admission to a number of talented students each year. Because a large number of our current students spend their junior year abroad we typically have room for more first-year or transfer students to join our community at that time.
I've been put on the Waiting List. Please tell me more.
Enrolling a freshman class each year at a selective college involves what might well be called "precision guesswork." From the applications Wheaton receives, we must assess the admissibility of each candidate and then try to predict what percentage of admitted students will choose Wheaton in the fall. In years when our projections fall short, the wait list provides another opportunity to achieve our enrollment goals and also offers a second chance at admission for well-qualified students who were very close, but whom we were unable to admit during the initial review process. Click here to read more.