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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Wheaton, IL

Wheaton College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in IL. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$43,930

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

90.0%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

87.4%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$63,756

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Wheaton College is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Wheaton, IL. With a competitive tuition profile of $43,930, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 87.4% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing650 – 720
20025th–75th percentile800
Math610 – 720
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite27 – 32
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

90.0%

Transfer-Out Rate11.2%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$175,720

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

5.2 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$33,756

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$161,840

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$499,400

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Wheaton College is $23,250.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
55.3%
44.7%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
68.3%
Asian
10.1%
Hispanic
8.0%
Two or more
6.3%
International
3.4%
Black
2.6%
Unknown
1.3%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

8

Burglary

4

Theft

1

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

3

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$43,930

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$17,966
$30k - $48k$18,623
$48k - $75k$20,430
$75k+$24,968

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$23,250
Pell Grant Recipients20.2%
Using Federal Loans46.5%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment87.9%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$24,610
Pell Grant Recipients21.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

93.8%

Success

87.4%

In-State Cost

$43,930

Age 25+ Students

0.8%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Arts & Sciences

Working at 6yr

505 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Wheaton (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Wheaton (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.