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Wesleyan College

Macon, GA

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Quick Facts

Scientia et pietas (Latin); "Knowledge and loyalty"(Knowledge and devotion)

Private liberal arts women's college
Type
466
Total Students
614
Undergrad
35
Graduate
$28K
Tuition (In-State)
$28K
Tuition (Out-State)
$15K
Avg Net Price
62%
Acceptance Rate
61%
Graduation Rate
6-year
75%
Retention Rate
Baccalaureate Colleges
Classification
President: Meaghan Blight

Data from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0) & U.S. Dept. of Education

About Wesleyan College

Pioneering Women's Education: The World's First College for Women.

Step into history at Wesleyan College, the groundbreaking institution that shattered educational barriers for women. Chartered in 1836, Wesleyan holds the distinguished title of being the world's first college authorized to grant degrees to women, opening its doors in 1839. This rich legacy of pioneering spirit continues to shape a vibrant private liberal arts experience designed exclusively for women undergraduates.

Beyond its historical firsts, Wesleyan is also renowned as the birthplace of the nation's first sororities, Alpha Delta Pi and Phi Mu, establishing traditions of sisterhood and leadership that resonate throughout its campus life. Today, Wesleyan remains dedicated to fostering intellectual curiosity and personal growth, offering a rigorous academic environment that empowers women to excel in all fields.

Nestled in Macon, Georgia, Wesleyan College provides a supportive and engaging community. With strong academic rankings, including a #3 Baccalaureate ranking by Washington Monthly and #6 Regional by U.S. News & World Report, students benefit from a focused education. The college cultivates an atmosphere where tradition meets innovation, preparing graduates to lead with knowledge and loyalty, as embodied by its motto, "Scientia et pietas." Join a sisterhood with the world's oldest alumnae association, connecting you to a network of accomplished women across generations.

Key Highlights

  • The world's first college chartered to grant degrees to women (1836).
  • Birthplace of the first two sororities in the U.S.: Alpha Delta Pi (1851) and Phi Mu (1852).
  • Highly-ranked private liberal arts women's college, recognized as #3 Baccalaureate by Washington Monthly and #6 Regional by U.S. News & World Report.
  • Home to the world's oldest alumnae association, established in 1859.
  • Offers a focused undergraduate experience for 614 women, with coed postgraduate programs.
  • Situated on a beautiful 200-acre campus in Macon, Georgia.
  • Led by President Meaghan Blight with an endowment of $69,000,000.

Timeline

1836
Chartered as the "Georgia Female College"
1839
Opened its doors to students
1843
Renamed as "Wesleyan Female College"
1851
The Adelphean Society (now Alpha Delta Pi) was founded
1852
The Philomathean Society (now Phi Mu) was founded
1859
The world's oldest alumnae association was begun
1914
The school ended all social sororities on its campus
1917
Shortened its name to the present "Wesleyan College"

Leadership

Meaghan Blight
President

Data from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 4.0

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