WHEATON COLLEGE

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Wheaton College

School Overview

Wheaton College has a Undenominational religious affiliation.

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

Contacting the School

501 E College Ave
Wheaton, IL 60187-5593
Main Phone: (630) 752-5000
Web Site: www.wheaton.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 2,729 (full-time equivalent) students. In Fall 2002, 283 male students and 286 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 49.7% of the student body, while females made up 50.3%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (3)%, Hispanic (3)%, and Asian (6)%.

School Selectivity

In the class starting in 2002, 54.1% of applicants were admitted.

Verbal SAT:
Three quarters of students scored at least 620. One quarter of students scored at least 710.

Math SAT:
On the Math SAT, 75% of students scored 610 or higher. One fourth of students scored 700 or higher.

Degree Levels

Bachelor's Degree
Certificate, Post-Bachelor's
Master's Degree
Doctor's Degree

Degree Programs

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Business And Management

Business Economics

Communications

General Communications

Computer

Computer Science

Education

Engineering

Specialized Engineering

English Language And Literature

Environmental Conservation

Natural Resources Conservation

Health Care

Pre Med

History And Social Sciences

Interdisciplinary Studies

Leisure Recreation And Fitness

Health And Fitness

Life Sciences

Biology

Literature And Language

Mathematics

Mathematics

Performing And Visual Arts

Philosophy And Religion

Physical Sciences

Psychology

Theology And Religious Vocations

School Accreditation

Wheaton College reports that it is nationally accredited. Accreditation is by an agency recognized by the US Dept. of Education.

Wheaton College is accredited regionally by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (NCACHE).

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

Wheaton College belongs to the following athletic conferences:

College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (for football, basketball, baseball, and track & field).

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

Special Student Services

Academic Services

AP credits
Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

ROTC
Student employment services
Career counseling
Placement services for graduates

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:	$ 25,486
In-State, Living With Family:	$ 20,244
Out of State, Living On Campus:	$ 25,486

Admission Requirements

The school does not offer open admission; requirements include:

Required:

High-school GPA is required.
Secondary school record is required.
Standardized test scores are required.
Recommendations are required.
A college preparatory program is required.
The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.

Recommended (but not required):

Secondary school rank is recommended.

Neither Required Nor Recommended:

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

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