WHEATON COLLEGE

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Wheaton College

School Overview

The school's main campus is located at the edge of a large city (in Norton, MA). The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Bachelor's degree.

Contacting the School

26 E Main St
Norton, MA 02766
Main Phone: (508) 285-7722
Web Site: www.wheatoncollege.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 1,511 (full-time equivalent) students. In Fall 2002, 157 male students and 255 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 38.1% of the student body, while females made up 61.9%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (3)%, Hispanic (3)%, and Asian (2)%.

School Selectivity

In the class starting in 2002, 43.5% of applicants were admitted.

Degree Levels

Bachelor's Degree

Degree Programs

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Area Cultural And Ethnic Studies

Computer

Computer And Information Sciences

English Language And Literature

Environmental Conservation

Natural Resources Conservation

History And Social Sciences

Interdisciplinary Studies

Life Sciences

Literature And Language

Mathematics

Mathematics

Performing And Visual Arts

Philosophy And Religion

Physical Sciences

Psychology

School Accreditation

Wheaton College is accredited regionally by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (NEASCHE).

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

Wheaton College belongs to the following athletic conferences:

New England Women's Eight (for basketball, baseball, and track & field).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for basketball, baseball, and track & field.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

Remedial assistance
AP credits
Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

Student employment services
Career counseling
Placement services for graduates

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:	$ 36,365
In-State, Living With Family:	$ 30,605
Out of State, Living On Campus:	$ 36,365

Admission Requirements

The school does not offer open admission; requirements include:

Required:

Secondary school record is required.
Recommendations are required.
A college preparatory program is required.
The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.

Recommended (but not required):

High-school GPA is recommended.
Secondary school rank is recommended.

Neither Required Nor Recommended:

Standardized test scores are neither required nor recommended.
A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is neither required nor recommended.

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