Wheaton is a four-year, private, residential college focused on the liberal arts and sciences and educating students on creating innovative solutions to big challenges. Wheaton was founded in 1834 as a female seminary, chartered as a four-year liberal arts college in 1912, and became co-educational in 1988. Collaborations with faculty and staff are intended to challenge and transform students into lifelong learners with skills to become problem solvers committed to social justice and the global community.
Wheaton graduates are accomplishing great success upon completion of their degree requirements. Just six months after graduation, 95 percent of Wheaton alumni in the seven most recent classes have secured full-or part-time employment, are continuing their education in graduate or professional schools and internships, or are engaged in meaningful volunteer work. This mark outperforms the national average of 82 percent for the Class of 2020, according to data compiled by the National Association of Colleges and Employers. Since 2000, Wheaton students have won more than 260 prestigious scholarship awards, including three Rhodes Scholarships, 122 U.S. Fulbright Fellowships and 26 Watson Fellowships.
Wheaton College is consistently ranked among the nation's top liberal arts colleges by various publications, and has been named a Top 100 liberal arts college by the Wall Street Journal and Times Higher Education. According to U.S. News and World Report, Wheaton was named a top 50 best value liberal arts college. Wheaton also consistently makes The Princeton Review's Best 390 Colleges list.
About
From the School
Contact & Visit
Campus Visits Contact
Contact
Chris Hooker-Haring
Interim Vice President of Enrollment
Interim Vice President of Enrollment
Address
Admission Office
26 East Main Street
Norton, MA 02766
26 East Main Street
Norton, MA 02766
Phone
508-286-8251
Email
admission@wheatoncollege.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
Mars Center for Science and Technology
Mars Arts and Humanities Arts facility
Haas Athletic Center
Mary Lyon Hall (Wheaton's oldest building)
Balfour-Hood Campus Center
Much of the grounds at Wheaton College are open space and are used for outdoor events, both social and academic activities, and now include a designated outdoor classroom space.
Mars Arts and Humanities Arts facility
Haas Athletic Center
Mary Lyon Hall (Wheaton's oldest building)
Balfour-Hood Campus Center
Much of the grounds at Wheaton College are open space and are used for outdoor events, both social and academic activities, and now include a designated outdoor classroom space.
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Boston (MA)
Providence (RI)
Cape Cod and the Islands (MA)
Wrentham Outlet Malls (Wrentham, MA)
Newport (RI)
Local recreation facilities include the Xfinity Center, Patriot Place shopping center, and the world famous TPC Golf Course.
Providence (RI)
Cape Cod and the Islands (MA)
Wrentham Outlet Malls (Wrentham, MA)
Newport (RI)
Local recreation facilities include the Xfinity Center, Patriot Place shopping center, and the world famous TPC Golf Course.
Campus Tours
Campus Visiting Center
Mon-Fri; Saturdays Sept-Nov and April
Weekdays 8:30am-4:30pm; select Sat. 9:00 am-2:00 pm
508-286-8251
Weekdays 8:30am-4:30pm; select Sat. 9:00 am-2:00 pm
508-286-8251
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times: Varies
Average Length: 1 hour
Dates: Year-round
Times: Varies
Average Length: 1 hour
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
Yes
Information Sessions
Available
Times
https://admission.wheatoncollege.edu/portal/campus-visits?_ga=2.47054446.819377338.1549289496-1248906866.1548946952
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Year-round
Arrangements
Contact both Admissions Office and Coach directly
Advance Notice
2 weeks
Contact Email Address for Visit
admission@wheatoncollege.edu
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Class visits are part of the Spring visiting days.
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Available
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Limitations
Sun-Wed nights during Spring semester; admitted students only
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
Logan International Airport in Boston and TF Green Airport in Providence are 45 minutes from campus. Taxis and rental cars are available at both airports. Amtrak provides rail service to Boston and Providence. From Boston's South Station, an MBTA commuter rail serves Mansfield and Attleboro, which are towns near campus; take a taxi or the GATRA bus from either town to Wheaton.
Driving Instructions to Campus
From the west, take I-90 (Massachusetts Tpke.)to Exit 11A; then take I-495 S. Follow I-495 to Exit 10. From Boston and northern New England, take I-93 S.(the Southeast Expressway) to I-93 S./128N. Continue to the junction with I-95S. to Exit 6A to I-495 S. At Exit 10 from I-495, turn onto Massachusetts Route 123W., and follow that for a mile and a half to the college. From Providence and southern New England, take I-95 N. to Exit 6A; then take I-495 S. to Exit 10 and Massachusetts Route 123 W. Follow Route 123 for a mile and a half to the college.
Local Accommodations
Our first choice for charm is the Colonel Blackinton Inn (203 N. Main St. [Rte. 152], Attleboro; 508-222-6022), 6 miles from campus. This 19th-century inn is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and has an informal country atmosphere. Continental breakfast and afternoon tea are included in the moderate price. The Holiday Inn (700 Myles Standish Blvd., Taunton; 508-823-0430) is only 10 minutes away and has a health club, and a restaurant. Rates vary between the inexpensive and moderate ranges. For an indoor pool and a health club, try the Holiday Inn (31 Hampshire St., Mansfield; 508-339-2200). Rates begin at the top end of the moderate range and go into the expensive range. Courtyard Marriott (35 Foxboro Boulevard, Foxboro; 508-543-5222). The Courtyard is a very pleasant business-oriented hotel close to restaurants in the Norton/Foxboro/Mansfield area.
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Admissions
Overall
From The School
For first-year enrollment, Wheaton's application process offers two early decision rounds, an early action round and a regular decision round. Transfer admission is available for both the fall and spring semesters. Wheaton has been test-optional for more than 30 years.
Wheaton first-year applicants and transfer applicants are encouraged to use the Common Application or the Coalition for College Application. Wheaton does not charge an application fee. In addition to the Common Application or the Coalition or College Application, required credentials include the School Report, a school transcript, a mid-year report, and a teacher evaluation. Optional credentials include standardized test scores, writing samples, and personal portfolios. Non-U.S. citizens for whom English is not the first language must provide evidence of their fluency. TOEFL and IELTS are Wheaton's preferred English proficiency tests, however the Pearson Test of English Academic (PTEA) is also accepted.
Overview
Applicants: 4,004
Acceptance Rate: 80%
SAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
630 - 700
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
630 - 690
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
27 - 33
Testing Policies
Deadlines
Early Decision — November 15
Early Decision II — January 15
Early Action — November 15
Regular — January 15
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Rigor of Secondary School Record
Academic GPA
Application Essay
Recommendation(s)
Non-Academic
Character / Personal Qualities
Selectivity Rating
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Academics
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From The School
Academic Programs
Wheaton offers more than 100 academic programs. In the past three years, the college has added majors in nursing, finance, marketing, design and criminal justice. Wheaton also offers 4+1 master's programs, allowing students to complete both a bachelor's and a master's degree in 5 years in the areas of business, creative industries and environmental science. Students interested in interdisciplinary study can choose majors such as math and economics or theater and English dramatic literature, or design their own majors. Dual-degree programs with Dartmouth, Emerson, and other institutions are available in engineering, integrated marketing communications, and optometry, and Wheaton faculty are available for pre-professional advising in 11 subjects, including law and medicine.
Wheaton's full-time student-faculty ratio is approximately 11 to 1 and the average class size is 15?20 students.
With minimal requirements, the Compass Curriculum gives students the flexibility to create their own path to success, with personalized advising and professional mentorship. The curriculum encourages students to connect academics to career interests and builds on Wheaton's core principles of intellectual curiosity, global citizenship, experiential learning, social justice, diversity and inclusion, and collaborative community. Taught by faculty teams, the required First-Year Experience course combines the deep discussions, reading and writing of a traditional first-year seminar with cross-discipline discovery, encouraging students to consider complex problems and questions through multiple lenses, right from the start. Psychology, business and management, film and new media studies, biology, and English are Wheaton's most popular majors. Programs in the arts and hard sciences are also very popular.
The Center for Global Education offers more than 100 approved study abroad programs in more than 45 different nations around the world; 45 percent of students participate. Wheaton also offers a first-year study abroad program, WheaGo Global, which allows students to study abroad during their first semester at a partner institution in one of five countries.
Wheaton's academic program is coupled with The Wheaton Edge, a four-year immersive personal and professional development experience designed to lead to graduates' success. Launched in 2015, the Wheaton Edge guarantees that all students will have a funded internship, research or leadership opportunity. Connecting the deep alumni network with the dynamic students and committed faculty, the program has proved to be very popular. The college invests over $1.2 million per year to support internships, much of which is funded by donors. Connecting the deep alumni network of more than 19,000 with the dynamic students and committed faculty, the program has led to successful outcomes.
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
:1
Total Faculty
187
with Terminal Degree
154
105
Women
82
Men
35
Minority
5
International
Most frequent lab / sub section size
2 - 9
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
74%
Graduate in 5 years
78%
Graduate in 6 years
78%
Majors
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AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.
African-American/Black Studies.
American/United States Studies/Civilization.
French Studies.
German Studies.
Hispanic-American, Puerto Rican, and Mexican-American/Chicano Studies.
Italian Studies.
Russian Studies.
Women's Studies.
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biochemistry.
Bioinformatics.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
Neuroscience.
-
BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Business Administration and Management, General.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer Science.
-
EDUCATION.
Early Childhood Education and Teaching.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
Secondary Education and Teaching.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
Creative Writing.
English Language and Literature, General.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
Ancient/Classical Greek Language and Literature.
Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General.
Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, Other.
German Language and Literature.
Latin Language and Literature.
Modern Greek Language and Literature.
Russian Language and Literature.
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HISTORY.
History, General.
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LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, General.
Mathematics, Other.
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MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
Ancient Studies/Civilization.
Mathematics and Computer Science.
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.
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NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.
Environmental Science.
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PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Philosophy.
Religion/Religious Studies.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Astronomy and Astrophysics.
Astronomy.
Chemistry, General.
Physics, General.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Psychology, General.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Anthropology.
Economics, General.
International Relations and Affairs.
Political Science and Government, General.
Sociology.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Art History, Criticism and Conservation.
Dramatic/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft, Other.
Film/Cinema/Video Studies.
Fine/Studio Arts, General.
Music, General.
Students Say
Set at a "gorgeous" campus in Norton, Massachusetts, that boasts a "community" feel, Wheaton College aims to provide an "interdisciplinary" liberal arts education that "fosters appreciation for critical thinking, diversity, and civic engagement." Undergrads here particularly love that their school champions "diversity and multiculturalism." And, in doing so, Wheaton has created a "very progressive and forward-thinking environment." Students also greatly appreciate that their classes are chockfull of "active learning." Indeed, professors "encourage you to ask questions instead of quietly sitting in the back of the classroom." It also helps that instructors are "incredibly knowledgeable in their fields." More importantly, it's quite evident that professors "work really hard to put the student interests first." For example, "they love to discuss their areas of study with students and are accessible outside of class time." A junior explains, "I have made extremely close ties to many professors here at Wheaton. My art history professors have helped me get internships over the summer, given me research opportunities, and helped me with my transition to college. I honestly couldn't ask for a better support system." All in all, it is "obvious that everyone who works at Wheaton is passionate about the institution and care[s] about the student body."
Degrees
Bachelor's
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Experiential
Internship
Notable Faculty
Prominent Alumni
Christine Todd Whitman
Former Chief Admin, EPA ; former Gov. of NJ
Lesley Stahl
Correspondent, "60 Minutes"
Catherine Keener
Academy Award-nominated actress
Patricia King
Prof of Law, Georgetown U.; Education Lobbyist
Nick Fradiani
"American Idol" winner, season 14, 2015
Calliope Thorne
Professional actress
Christopher Denorfia
Professional baseball player
Academic Rating
84/99
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
74%
Graduate in 5 years
78%
Graduate in 6 years
78%
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Experiential
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Students Say
Students at Wheaton proudly proclaim that the college provides “many great resources for…career building.” As this undergrad boasts, “The greatest strength of our school is the career services department which has a high placement rate for both internships and full time positions.” In fact, “about 99 percent of students complete an internship during their time at Wheaton.” This is due to the Wheaton Edge program, which guarantees funding for an internship, research position, or other experiential learning opportunity for every student. Wheaton invests more than $1.2 million each year into this program. Importantly, the office works closely with undergrads to create a customized career development plan. Students can take advantage of one-on-one advising and receive fantastic guidance on resume writing and interview prep. Career Services also sponsors several great programs and events. For example, students can attend “Career Conversations” which are informal round-table discussions with a variety of industry insiders. With events like this it’s no wonder why Wheaton grads do so well!
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Overview
From The School
Financial Aid
Through a comprehensive financial aid program, Wheaton has maintained its commitment to helping students attain their educational goals. Eligibility for all aid from the college is based on a combination of financial need and academic performance. Wheaton does not offer aid based solely on athletic ability. The majority of Wheaton students receive some form of financial assistance; awards can range from $5,500 to $65,000. Financial aid is in the form of a "package" that includes need-based grants, merit scholarships, loans and work opportunities. Wheaton administers more than $100 million in student financial aid annually, including more than $74 million in funding from the college directly. Generous scholarships worth up to $45,000 (renewable annually) recognize students for high academic achievement, regardless of financial need. Scholarships include a stipend to help support internships.
Dates
Application Deadlines
Feb 1
Notification Date
Mar 15
Required Forms
Business Farm Supp
FAFSA
Forms CSSProfile
Forms Divorced Parent
FAFSA
Forms CSSProfile
Forms Divorced Parent
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$42,146
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$38,800
Average Need-Based Loan
$4,450
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
66%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$34,530
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$38,585
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition
$61,600
Required Fees
$480
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$940
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
$6,614
Transportation for Commuters
$300
On-Campus Room and Board
$15,430
Comprehensive Fee
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal and Institutional
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Non-Need-Based
Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct PLUS Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
College/university loans from institutional funds
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Financial Aid Rating
89/99
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
From The School
The college's diverse student community represents 50+ countries and 40 states and U.S. territories, with approximately six percent of the student body being international students. Approximately 26% have a multicultural background and 21% are first generation college students.
The college offers a variety of programs to its student body in order to enhance the student experience. New student orientation is offered to all first-year and transfer students and their families to make the transition to college life as seamless as possible. The Office of Student Activities, Involvement and Leadership (SAIL) serves in an advisory role to student groups, providing students with resources for event planning, leadership development and student club information. Currently, Wheaton has more than 100 student organizations and more than a dozen club sports. Students can get involved with cultural and religious clubs, student government, community service and social justice to name a few, or they can also start their own club. Students unwind at the Balfour-Hood Center, which offers a caf?, dance studio and sun deck for afternoon study breaks. Spring Weekend features the Head of the Peacock race, where students build vessels (no boats allowed) and race them across the pond, as well as live bands and outdoor barbecues.
Wheaton is a NCAA Division III school and participated in the formation of the New England Women's and Men's Athletic Conference (NEWMAC) in 1998. NEWMAC is an association of 11 selective academic institutions that includes Babson College, Clark University, Emerson College, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Mount Holyoke College, Smith College, Springfield College, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, Wellesley College and Worcester Polytechnic Institute. There are also six associate members that include Simmons College, Massachusetts Maritime Academy, Catholic University, Maine Maritime Academy, Merchant Marine Academy and Norwich University. Wheaton is also a member of the Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) and the Mountain Pacific Sports Federation. Wheaton women and men play competitively on 13 and 11 varsity teams, respectively.
Wheaton offers a wide and growing variety of coeducational intramural sports, including basketball, water polo, flag football, floor hockey, softball, soccer and table tennis, among others. Wheaton also sponsors 13 club sport teams with more than 250 participants, including rugby, ice hockey and an equestrian team.
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
1,667
Foreign Countries Represented
67
Demographics
4.05%
Asian
5.57%
Black
6.90%
Hispanic
70.84%
Caucasian
3.63%
Unknown
4.30%
International
63% female
37% male
60% are out of state
99% are full time
1% are part time
Students Say
Undergraduates at Wheaton seem to agree that their peers are "creative, energetic, and have a love for academics." They also continually prove themselves to be "kind," "respectful," and "interested in being...genuinely good [people]." Moreover, students here do an admirable job of making sure they're conscious about what's happening "outside the Wheaton bubble." To that end, many are "very liberally minded and outspoken with those views." Undergrads also applaud the fact that their college "is home to a wide array of culturally-diverse and open-minded individuals." Indeed, "everybody is very welcoming and very willing to learn about new cultures and experiences." That's probably due in large part to the fact that Wheaton has "students from all over the country as well as the world, a prominent LGBTQ community, [and] students from all walks of life." Further, since the college "is able to offer financial aid to many [individuals], Wheaton students are not all just upper-class suburban kids like at other private colleges around the country." All of this helps to foster a "sense of community [that] runs deep throughout the student body." As one thankful student summarizes, "Unity is a trait that shines here...[and] something that we are all extremely proud of."
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
From The School
Location
The college is located in Norton, Massachusetts, approximately halfway between Boston, Massachusetts and Providence, Rhode Island, with convenient access to public transportation. Its 400-acre campus blends historical buildings with modern structures and is set among beautiful lawns and shaded trees. The upper and lower parts of the campus are separated by Peacock Pond in the middle.
The town of Norton provides students with myriad service opportunities. Students and faculty collaborate with a wide variety of local organizations—from public and private schools to businesses and human service organizations—providing volunteer energy to residents while advancing the college's learning and research goals. The college is proud to partner with schools and municipal agencies as well a number of local organizations, including the Attleboro Council of Churches, Crystal Springs Farm, Foxboro Hugs, Homes with Heart, Norton Head Start, the Norton Land Preservation Society, Rhode Island Food Banks, and the Salvation Army.
Wheaton students also play in the Great Woods Symphony Orchestra, a full-sized concert ensemble that plays a wide range of classic and contemporary music at one of the region's most popular concert venues, which is conveniently located in the neighboring town.
Campus Facilities & Equipment
Wheaton guarantees residence hall housing to all students for four years, with 96 percent of students living on campus. The college has 18 residence halls, plus a new 175-bed, energy-efficient residence for first-year students that opened in August 2019. In addition there are 16 student-run theme houses on campus. Students can choose from traditional residence halls, single-sex housing, wellness housing, a 24-hour quiet hall, or a variety of theme houses. In these special interest houses, students can explore themes that connect with their academic pursuits or their future aspirations, from science and music to gender equality and environmental activism.
Wheaton's innovative academic opportunities include small, interdisciplinary courses that look at big issues from many perspectives; access to innovation spaces featuring cutting-edge technology, including VR/AR, computer-connected machinery and a digital jacquard loom; vibrant social entrepreneurship programs; and a curriculum that gives students the flexibility to adapt their learning to their interests and career goals. The newly renovated Diana Davis Spencer Discovery Center serves as the home for the business and management and psychology departments, the social entrepreneurship programs, and the Fab Lab makerspace as well as the Life and Career Design Institute. The center also features Wheaton's Nursing program, including state-of-the-art classrooms, skills labs, a clinical simulation center, and other essential resources for education and training.
Off-Campus Opportunities
The college is located in Norton, Massachusetts, approximately halfway between Boston, Massachusetts and Providence, Rhode Island, with convenient access to public transportation. Its 400-acre campus blends historical buildings with modern structures and is set among beautiful lawns and shaded trees. The upper and lower parts of the campus are separated by Peacock Pond in the middle.
The town of Norton provides students with myriad service opportunities. Students and faculty collaborate with a wide variety of local organizations—from public and private schools to businesses and human service organizations—providing volunteer energy to residents while advancing the college's learning and research goals. The college is proud to partner with schools and municipal agencies as well as a number of local organizations, including the Attleboro Council of Churches, Crystal Springs Farm, Foxboro Hugs, Homes with Heart, Norton Head Start, the Norton Land Preservation Society, Rhode Island Food Banks, and the Salvation Army.
Wheaton students also play in the Great Woods Symphony Orchestra, a full-sized concert ensemble that plays a wide range of classic and contemporary music at one of the region's most popular concert venues, which is conveniently located in the neighboring town.
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
Help finding off-campus housing
No
82/99
First-Year Students living on campus
Campus Environment
Village
95/99
Housing Options
Apartment Single
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Dorms Female
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Dorms Female
International Student
Other
Theme Housing
Wellness Housing
Other
Theme Housing
Wellness Housing
Students Say
There's no denying that Wheaton undergrads love to stay busy. As such, they are "very committed to extracurricular activities." To begin with, "student musical groups are big on campus as well as other performing arts groups." Many Wheaton undergraduates are "involved in community service" as well. People frequently gather at the Lyons Den, a student-run coffee shop that's "open late and hosts open mics on Wednesdays." Once the weekend rolls around, you'll discover that "there are numerous events scheduled. Anything from a movie in one of the auditoriums to food trucks to dance and music performances." Wheaton also sponsors "special treats from time to time." During a recent exam week, students were able to enjoy and de-stress with "a little animal petting farm." As if that wasn't enough, "cupcakes were brought in [too]!" Additionally, plenty of students can also be found attending parties on "Thursday, Friday, and Saturday" at different theme houses, though there "is a definite sober population on campus." Unfortunately, there "is not much to do in Norton." But if students are looking for off-campus excitement, they can easily head into Providence or Boston (20 minutes and 40 minutes away, respectively).
Special Needs Admissions
Program / Service Name
Accessibility Services
Type of Program
For all students with disabilities
Director
Autumn Grant
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No
Special Need Services Offered
Calculator allowed in exams
Yes
Dictionary allowed in exams
No
Computer allowed in exams
Yes
Spellchecker allowed in exams
No
Extended test time
Yes
Scribes
Yes
Proctors
2
Oral exams
2
Notetakers
Yes
Distraction-free environment
Yes
Accommodation for students with ADHD
Yes
Reading machine
Yes
Other assistive technology
Yes
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
110
Number of Honor Societies
10
Number of Social Sororities
0
Number of Religious Organizations
5
Sports
Athletic Division
Division III
11% participate in intramural sports
21% participate in intercollegiate sports
Men's Sports (Lyons)
10 Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Diving
Lacrosse
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Basketball
Cross Country
Diving
Lacrosse
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Women's Sports (Lyons)
13 Sports
Basketball
Cross Country
Diving
Field Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Synchronized Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Cross Country
Diving
Field Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Synchronized Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Student Services
Health
LGBT Support Groups
Minority Support Groups
Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Stonehill College
LGBT Support Groups
Minority Support Groups
Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Stonehill College
Sustainability
60*
Campus Security Report
Campus Security Report
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety
The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available. Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education: https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/
Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
100
Fee for Network Use
No
Partnerships with Technology Companies
No
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
Yes
Description
Apple and Dell
Wellness Program/Clinical Offerings
Institution has a mental health/wellness program that makes counseling, referral, and well-being services available to all students
Not Reported
Mental Health Website
Not Reported
Education & Training
Types of training available for students and faculty/staff
Program
Availability
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Engaging the Whole Campus
Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Not Reported
Peer-to-Peer
Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Not Reported
Residential Life
Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Not Reported
Student Orientation
Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
First-year students
Not Reported
Incoming transfer students
Not Reported
Returning students
Not Reported
Entering graduate students
Not Reported
Mental Health in the Curriculum
The institution offers for-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
The institution offers non-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
Off-Campus Offerings
Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Not Reported
Health and Counseling Center Accreditation
Institution's counseling center is accredited
Not Reported
Accrediting body
Not Reported
Taking and Returning from Medical Leave
Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
Not Reported
Counseling Demand
Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
Not Reported
