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Wells College

Aurora, New York · Private (nonprofit)

Ranked #124 US News
Mar 1Application deadline

FindU Grade

C-Value
N/ACampus
C-Academics
C-Admissions
B-Student Life
C-Overall

About

Wells College is located in Aurora, New York. It is a private (nonprofit) institution. The university enrolls approximately 355 students.

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Cost and aid

Cost breakdown

In-state tuition$35,166
Out-of-state tuition$35,166
Room & board$14,950
Students receiving aid47%
Pell grant recipients47%

Wells College, though now closed, historically offered a private liberal arts education. Tuition ranged from $30,000 to $34,999 per year for both local and international students. Approximately 99% of Wells students received financial aid, with a significant portion receiving need-based and merit-based aid.

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Admissions

Application info

Acceptance rate70%
Average GPA3.44
Student–faculty ratio8:1
Common AppYes
Application fee$0

Application dates

Regular DecisionFeb 1

Wells College had a moderately selective admissions policy, with an acceptance rate ranging from 60-69%. The college looked for students with strong academic records and leadership potential. International students were welcome to apply, and the admissions process considered entrance examinations and past academic performance.

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Academics

Graduation rate46%
Retention rate50%
Student–faculty ratio8:1
Full-time faculty69%

Wells College provided an intimate learning environment with small class sizes, averaging less than 20 students. The academic culture emphasized critical thinking, ethical leadership, and hands-on learning. Students had opportunities to conduct research with faculty and tailor their coursework to their interests.

Outcomes

Median earnings (10 yrs)$51,094
Avg starting salary$32,100
Internship rate100%
Earn more than HS grad59%
Economic mobility246%
Loan default (3 yr)7%
Loan repayment (3 yr)57%

Wells College aimed to connect classroom learning with future careers, requiring hands-on experiences and internships. Graduates were prepared for various fields, including business, education, healthcare, and the arts. The Career Services Office supported students with internships, job searches, and graduate school applications.

Student life

Demographics

Small School
355Student size

Compared to 5,382 national average

More femaleGender ratio
Female 61%Male 39%
59% WhiteRacial diversity
White 59%Black 15%Hispanic 12%Asian 3%Other 12%
Campus housingYes

Wells College fostered a close-knit community with a diverse student body. Campus traditions, such as Tea Time and Odd/Even competitions, created a sense of camaraderie. Students were encouraged to participate in clubs, activities, and design their own student life experiences.

Student reviews

Campus and vibes

Current Student

We have a dining hall, pub/pizza shop, and a cafe. The dining hall is relatively average. The staff is wonderful and tries to help in any way they can. They also post allergen information and have designated vegan/vegetarian areas! The pub is newly remodeled and reopened and it is amazing! It's perfect for comfort food and becomes a pizza shop during night hours. The garlic knots are to die for! My personal favorite is the Grind! They make a wonderful strawberry lemonade that is responsible for me spending most of my dining dollars there.

Current Student

I mean, anywhere you go for college, it won't be a home cooked meal. I really can't complain though, because we have a sandwich station and another station where it is a different theme each night. Wednesdays is mashed potato night, Friday is crepe night, and Monday is taco night. It is as close to a home cooked meal that you can get away from home.

Current Student

truth be told the food is not that good but it also is not that bad, coming from a caribbean household the food i eat at home is very different than what i eat in the dinning hall. the good thing about my school's dinning is each semester they give you dinning dollars that goes straight to your dinning card and you can spend it off campus at selected places to buy food if for a certain reason that day the dinning hall food is just disgusting.

Current Student

The dining hall is not of the best quality but, everything is edible. There is also a pub on campus where you can use your meal swipe to get good meals, and if you ever run out of meal swipes, the college gives you $100 for the semester. Which can also be used at the grind, a student-run cafe.

Current Student

Wells just got a new dining service, so its much better. Plus if you don't like whats being served, there's many other options!

Current Student

The dining hall is opened from 7:30 am to 8 pm, accommodating all schedules. There are vegan and gluten-free options, as well as a "special" and a burger or pasta bar. There's also a salad bar, a noodle bar, and dessert options for every meal. It's hard not to find something to eat here.

Current Student

The food was great and diverse.

Current Student

We make our own fun here at Wells! Jump in Cayuga Lake, or go ghost hunting!

About Wells College

Wells College prioritized campus safety with a dedicated Department of Campus Safety. The department provided 24/7 patrols, emergency phones, and escort services. The college also published an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report to ensure transparency and awareness.

Information about a specific honors program at Wells College is not readily available in the provided documents. However, the college emphasized research opportunities, independent projects, and a senior thesis or capstone experience for students seeking advanced academic challenges.

Wells College welcomed international students, who comprised a small percentage of the student body. The college offered study-abroad opportunities in various locations, including Florence, Italy. International students were encouraged to apply for scholarships and financial aid.

Endowment$28,706,339
Avg faculty salary$97,872

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