At a glance
Average net price
$30,177
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
92.6%
Admission rate
16%
Undergrad size
3,067
In-state tuition
$70,342
Out-of-state tuition
$70,342
Cost of attendance
$89,020
Median earnings (10y)
$73,897
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,501
- ACT midpoint
- 33
- Retention
- 94.9%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
16 program areas reported · Heavily focused on social sciences (50% of credentials).
- STEM20%
- Humanities & arts30%
- Social sciences50%
- Social sciences26.8%~821 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology13.3%~409 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~392 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~264 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~232 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English6.7%~204 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~156 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science3.8%~116 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~112 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~76 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~72 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History2.2%~68 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education1.7%~52 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Liberal arts1.3%~40 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics1.3%~40 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~12 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 268 | — | — |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 259 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 181 | — | — |
| Area Studies. | Bachelor's | 161 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 127 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 116 | — | — |
| Research and Experimental Psychology. | Bachelor's | 110 | — | — |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts. | Bachelor's | 101 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 87 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 83 | — | — |
| Science, Technology and Society. | Bachelor's | 77 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 76 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 61 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 58 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 55 | — | — |
| Social Sciences, Other. | Bachelor's | 50 | — | — |
| Physics. | Bachelor's | 48 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 47 | — | — |
| Social and Philosophical Foundations of Education. | Bachelor's | 43 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 43 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Master's | 41 | — | — |
| Philosophy. | Bachelor's | 39 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 38 | — | — |
| Anthropology. | Bachelor's | 34 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 30 | — | — |
| Physical Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 28 | — | — |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies. | Bachelor's | 26 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature/Letters, Other. | Bachelor's | 25 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 21 | $38,232 | $16,125 |
| Psychology, General. | Master's | 13 | — | — |
| Religion/Religious Studies. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Dance. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Astronomy and Astrophysics. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Biological and Physical Sciences. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Master's | 10 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Master's | 8 | — | — |
| Classical and Ancient Studies. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Music. | Master's | 8 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Master's | 7 | — | — |
| Research and Experimental Psychology. | Master's | 7 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Wesleyan University
Wesleyan University is a mid-sized institution located in Middletown, Connecticut, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 3,067 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Social sciences, Psychology, Visual & performing arts.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Wesleyan University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $30,177 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $70,342 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $89,020 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 92.6%, a strong completion outcome. 94.9% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $73,897 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Wesleyan University confers degrees and certificates across 16 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Social sciences, Psychology, Visual & performing arts. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (50% of credentials), humanities & arts (30% of credentials), stem (20% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Wesleyan University accepts 16% of applicants, making it highly selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,501. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 33.
Location & campus
Set in Middletown, Connecticut (city), Wesleyan University draws students from across Connecticut and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Wesleyan University
Q.How much does Wesleyan University cost?
The average net price at Wesleyan University is $30,177 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $89,020.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Wesleyan University?
Wesleyan University has a 6-year graduation rate of 92.6% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Wesleyan University?
Wesleyan University admits 16% of applicants, which is considered highly selective.
Q.How much do Wesleyan University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Wesleyan University graduate earns $73,897 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Wesleyan University?
Published tuition is $70,342 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Wesleyan University located?
Wesleyan University is located in Middletown, Connecticut (ZIP 06459).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Wesleyan University at their official website.