Immediate Needs

A defining feature of Wellesley is the diversity our students represent across race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and geography. Living and learning among one of the nation’s most diverse student bodies creates a singular educational opportunity and transformative experience for all Wellesley students.

Expanding access to education is one of Wellesley’s highest priorities. The College currently meets 100% of calculated financial need for every enrolled student—a critical commitment that allows students of all backgrounds to benefit from a Wellesley education. This assurance is essential to Wellesley’s ability to attract the highest caliber of students, whether or not they are able to pay full tuition. Supporting financial aid at Wellesley promotes equal educational opportunities for everyone.

One unique privilege of a Wellesley education is to build community among disciplines and make connections with peers while living under the same roof. The residential program at Wellesley seeks to increase students’ self-awareness, inclusion, and a sense of belonging on the wider campus. To accomplish this, we provide our resident assistants and house presidents with extensive training in leadership, group facilitation and engagement, and mental health first aid. Your support allows us to deliver these signature training programs.

Wellesley is committed to the holistic success of our students both in and beyond the classroom, and supporting their health and wellness is foundational to achieving this goal. Students can cultivate lifelong practices of personal well-being through a wide range of opportunities. Your gift to The Wellesley Fund provides them with crucial physical and mental health resources, including education, programming, and outreach.

Wellesley’s excellence rests on its outstanding faculty and its rigorous academic program. Our students learn from accomplished scholars and researchers whose engagement in their fields illuminates the undergraduate experience. Your gift helps equip our faculty with the resources they need to empower our students to pursue their passions and investigate the world.