
For the application year 2024, Wesleyan College boasts a Regular Decision acceptance rate of 62%, with 859 applicants accepted out of 1,384. This rate shows a decline from 66.9% in 2022, indicating a trend towards increased selectivity. The acceptance rate has fluctuated over the past several years, including 62.2% for the Class of 2027, 59.8% for the Class of 2026, and a notably lower 43.8% for the Class of 2025. Historically, rates have ranged from a high of 66.9% down to 37.7% in 2016, reflecting a significant tightening of admission criteria in recent years.