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In College Factual's most recent rankings for the best schools for women's studies majors, Wellesley came in at #3. This puts it in the top 5% of the country in this field of study. It is also ranked #1 in Massachusetts.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Wellesley College handed out 21 bachelor's degrees in women's studies. This is an increase of 24% over the previous year when 17 degrees were handed out.
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Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the women’s studies majors at Wellesley College.
All of the 21 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in women's studies 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 women's studies.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5 |
| White | 8 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 3 |
| Other Races | 2 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| African American Studies | 10 |
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