Wellesley College
Reviews

Great Options

We have a variety of dining halls and the food is amazing. Although it is often repetitive each dining hall always has great variety on any day. We also have great desserts, ice cream at every meal, and a great kosher dining hall.

Great Economics Program

The economics program is excellent, and it seems like all departments have caring and compassionate professors.

Very Safe

Very little crime, and the Wellesley police are helpful and will transport you around campus late at night if you feel unsafe (but more likely, just tired).

Brilliant Women

Wellesley Women are brilliant, well-spoken and driven.

All Women All the Time

Means everyone's happy and comfortable. We all look good. It's hard to do, but we manage it.

What a Bunch.

Here's the thing about Wellesley: you learn to appreciate women. Most people come to Wellesley not realizing it but enjoying non-hetero lifestyle. Women here are engaging, dynamic, and as a whole - yes, attractive. We've got people from nearly every kind of background, so point is your type will be here.

Wellesley/Boston Is Great!

Boston is a great city, and it is pretty close (but not actually as close as they tell you). There's great things to do all over Boston. Plus, while Wellesley is a pretty small town, it does have most of the things we seem to need from day-to-day.

One thing is that if you want to go anywhere besides Wellesley-Olin-Babson or Boston, you will probably want a car. Which first years aren't allowed to have.

Women Who Will

While there are definitely some aspects of Wellesley everyone needs to get used to, the college as a whole is a wonderful place. The students are all such bright, interesting young women who are all motivated and push one another every day. The social life is obscure, to say the least, but as long as you make a conscious effort and go and explore Boston, it's great. Organizations on campus are always very present and involved, reflecting how proactive Wellesley women truly are.

The Obvious and Not So Obvious

Wellesley, being a women's college, has so many great advantages that come not only from not competing with male counterparts in subjects such as math, science, economics, etc but also from the fact that it was (and still is in some ways) revolutionary and liberal for women to be part of education and that has translated to Wellesley being a place that fights for humanity and for those who are often swept under the rug. For that reason there is a lot of dialogue on campus about social justice, women's reproductive rights (not pro-abortion, i'm talking people who want to sit and really discuss how legislation, society, etc affect the choices given to women and also how hard-line feminism had also given a "bad name"; to pro-choicers), LGBTQ issues, etc. It is a progressive place!

Crazy

The campus is old and there are a lot of sketchy stone steps so when it's icy, snowy, etc it can be hard. HOWEVER, I would like to say that the maintenance workers work AROUND THE CLOCK at school to remove snow and to pick ice, etc and while they don't always keep up with the weather, I can only imagine that our crew works harder than any other school. Also, for all the students who complained about walking to class, nothing is more than 12 minutes away in the winter time - it's not like we live in a city and have to walk blocks and blocks.

Play Here if You're Passionate About Your Sport

Nothing amazing, but nothing horrible. Really if you go to Wellesley you shouldn't be someone who wants to watch epic games each week. Wellesley athletics is all about the people who want to play sports and if you go to a game it's all about cheering on your friends!

Beautiful Campus

The campus and facilities are beautiful. While the buildings retain their original gothic structures, even the dormitories, the insides are up to date and cozy. The science center is an amazing architectural feat, and well worth a visit. The athletic facilities are easily accessible and provide a variety of equipment, include spinning machines, ellipticals, and treadmills. Most dorms have work out rooms of their own.

Progress

There has been a lot of changes over my four years at Wellesley. I did like that there was an unlimited plan in the sense that you can come in and eat whenever the dining hall is open as many times as you would like. However, this made it so financially everyone had to be on the meal plan where there is no card swipe for the dining halls, and you can't opt off the meal plan nor can you limit your number of meals per week. Over the years the allergy issues became better and it seemed like there was a genuine effort to keep improving.

Minimal Theft + Caring Officers

First off - there is not a lot of theft at Wellesley. Not everyone leaves their doors unlocked, but many do and people do leave their hygeine products in the bathroom with no problem.

Secondly, I worked at Campus Police and I got to know the officers really well - they seriously care about the students and are there to protect us first and foremost. Instead of prowling around looking for underage drinking (though they do take this seriously) they are more often prowling around to make sure there is no one harassing or bothering any of the students.

Lacking in fans, not fun

The athletics are wonderful but the school spirit is lacking. "Superfan" days were created to try to get more students to come to games and seem to be working. The facilities are lacking.

Silly

Most students are required to park in a lot that is pretty much off campus, and it's a real hassle to go get your car. It can add about 30+ minutes onto your car trip time, so going off campus is something you really need to plan for. But, if you are a junior or senior, you can enter a lottery to park in a lot on the other side of campus which is more accessible for East Side residents.

New Computers and Fast Wi-Fi

There are a number of computer labs on campus, many of which are outfitted with brand new macs. All black and white printing is free, and the wireless internet is accessible anywhere and very reliable.

So Much Going on

Wellesley is a tiny town, with just enough restaurants and small shops, but Boston is incredibly accessible and is a major hub for college students. There are always lots of different parties and activities at various colleges, and the city is a major cultural and social attraction.

Poor and Making It

Even when my package my second year came up a little short, Wellesley listened to my reasoning and made all my troubles go away. Very much appreciated.

Need-Based

Financial aid is granted based on need. Personally found it fairly generous.

You Meet People from Every Type of Background.

We have lots in international students. Every group is well represented. I would say most students are accepting of others.The biggest stark difference is found between different political groups. Most strongly liberal groups do not mesh well with strongly conservative groups. Both groups however are very accepting of all sexual orientations, some more than others but generally a completely safe environment.

There are 2 general groups on campus, those who go off campus to socialize (mostly with boys from nearby schools) and the group who mostly stays on campus to socialize. Both groups do what is easiest for them to find the social atmosphere the are seeking.

Safest

I have never felt in danger. It is a small, honest and safe environment.

Wellesley Is Truly Diverse

There are people of all different backgrounds, races, economic, sexual, and political backgrounds. For a small school, there are many different types of girls! However, it is an all girls school, so it's missing an entire half of the population.

Beautiful Campus

Wellesley's campus is always rated one of the most attractive. The buildings are diverse, and the campus groups are always trying to get people involved. The student center is really modern, and the academic buildings are rich with history and have a New England feel.

Wellesley: the Ville

The Ville can be little expensive, especially if you don't just want junk food, but it's an option for most students at least once in a while. Plenty of coffee shop chains and pizza places--and a fair amount of ethnic food as well.