Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002901
- Phone: (516) 671-2213
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
83.17%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
9:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$31,363Average 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
Wells College (Wells)
298 Crescent Beach Rd, Glen Cove, NY
Wells College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists 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 Aurora, New York, which is a predominantly rural area. Wells College, with only around 560 students enrolled, provides smaller class sizes and personalized education as part of its commitment to students.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Psychology
- History
- English Language And Literature
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. Either the SAT or ACT exam can be taken in order to be able to apply to this school. Scores between 20 to 27 on the ACT or 1390 to 1730 on the SAT are needed to increase your chances for acceptance. Wells College admits approximately 80% of students applying annually. Of those admitted, around 11% of students registered for enrollment. Key data on school admissions can be found at wells.edu.
The cost of tuition is close to $37,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and that is why students should visit the school's net price calculator to get a better idea of their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Wells College may provide financial aid for students that qualify as loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The mascot for Wells College is the "Express", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available may include:
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
- Golf (NCAA Division III)
- Lacrosse (NCAA Division III)
To see a full list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please take a look at the school's website at wells.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give an overview of the applicants Wells College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at Wells College is about 470. The student body is made up of 100% undergraduate students and 31% 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 is estimated to range between $29,000-$35,000 for both in-state and out-of-state students
- The estimated tuition for part time students is around $800 to $960 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 100% | $33,754 |
Receiving Student Loans | 87% | $7,825 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Wells College may provide student services including:- Academic counseling for students
- Student employment
- Employment search assistance
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Teacher Education (Bachelor's) Program
- * Accredited by the Teacher Education Accreditation Council, Accreditation Committee (since 2013)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Wells College 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 (365)
- Basketball (365)
- Field Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Track and Field, X-Country
- 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 Wells College 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
- Biology (B)
- Biochemistry (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B)
English Language and Literature
- Creative Writing (B)
- English (B)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Foreign Languages and Literature
History
- History (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Social Sciences
- Sociology (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Economics (B)
- International Relations (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Art History (B)
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Wells College.
- Hobart William Smith Colleges in Hamburg, NY (19 miles away)
- Saint John Fisher College in Utica, NY (52 miles away)
- Hamilton College in Batavia, NY (68 miles away)
- Hartwick College in Clinton, NY (83 miles away)
- Saint Bonaventure University in Rochester, NY (103 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
- Visit the main New York colleges & universities profile page
- Browse our list of private colleges in New York
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002901
- Phone: (516) 671-2213
- School Homepage