Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002227
- Phone: (413) 572-5300
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
73.89%FINANCIAL AID RATE
98%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
11:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$30,277Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Wheaton College – Norton
577 Western Ave, Westfield, MA
Wheaton College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Norton, MA, which is a predominantly suburban area. Enrollment at Wheaton College exceeds 1,600 per year.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Psychology
- Social Sciences
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- English Language And Literature
- History
- Visual And Performing Arts
To be considered for admissions, you may be required to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit any transcripts or test scores, which are then studied by the admissions office. 62% of applicants are admitted to this school, of which 22 percent choose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found through the school's primary website or by requesting information here.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $46,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to use the school's net price calculator to better estimate their cost of attending Wheaton College. Housing is available for students and costs about $6,300 for the year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The mascot for Wheaton College is the "Lyons", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through the NCAA. Sports available may include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
- Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
Students who wish to view more about Wheaton College can visit their website at wheatoncollege.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the applicants Wheaton College – Norton accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Wheaton College – Norton has a total student population of about 1,800. The student body is made up of 100% undergraduate students and 28% graduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are between $54,000-$65,000 for both state residents and nonresidents
- For part-time students, charges are between $1,700-$2,000 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 98% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 98% | $32,480 |
Receiving Student Loans | 68% | $7,888 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Wheaton College – Norton may offer services including:
- Academic counseling for students
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assisting students to find work
Intercollegiate Athletics
Wheaton College – Norton is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division III without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (New England Womens & Mens Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (New England Womens & Mens Athletic Conference)
- Track and Field (New England Womens & Mens Athletic Conference)
- Field Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Synchronized Swimming
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Wheaton College – Norton by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Neuroscience (B)
- Biology (B)
- Biochemistry (B)
- Bioinformatics (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B)
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
- Creative Writing (B)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Foreign Languages and Literature
History
- History (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
- Religious Studies (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B)
- Sociology (B)
- Economics (B)
- International Relations (B)
- Anthropology (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B)
- Art History (B)
- Music (B)
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
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- Stonehill College in North Dartmouth, MA (8 miles away)
- Brown University in York, PA (15 miles away)
- Curry College in Northampton, MA (20 miles away)
- Eastern Nazarene College in Concord, MA (23 miles away)
- Wellesley College in Medford, MA (23 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002227
- Phone: (413) 572-5300
- School Homepage