by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. Also, learn how Wellesley ranks among other schools offering degrees in writing.
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Wellesley is in the top 10% of the country for writing. More specifically it was ranked #22 out of 280 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #2 in Massachusetts.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Wellesley College handed out 12 bachelor's degrees in writing studies. This is an increase of 100% over the previous year when 6 degrees were handed out.
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Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the writing majors at Wellesley College.
All of the 12 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in writing from Wellesley in 2021 were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Wellesley College with a bachelor's in writing.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 6 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 1 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General English Literature | 23 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.
