Wells College
Wells College was situated on the shore of Cayuga Lake in the village of Aurora. Its campus was part of a historic district listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Prior to becoming coeducational in 2005, Wells was a women's college. Hobart and William Smith Colleges are now its legacy partner, maintaining its records and endowment.
Financial Aid & Net Price
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships, by family income. 47% of students receive Pell Grants and 81% take federal loans.
| Family Income | Avg Net Price/yr | 4-Year Net Cost | Net-Price ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| $0 – $30K | $17,281 | $69,124 | 5.4x |
| $30K – $48K | $18,030 | $72,120 | 5.2x |
| $48K – $75K | $21,000 | $84,000 | 4.5x |
| $75K – $110K | $26,997 | $107,988 | 3.5x |
| $110K+ | $30,684 | $122,736 | 3.1x |
| Sticker price (no aid) | $35,166 | $140,664 | 2.7x |
Net price = tuition + fees + room & board minus grants and scholarships. ROI = average 10-year graduate earnings ÷ 4-year net cost. Source: IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey via College Scorecard.
All Programs at Wells College
3 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for full AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.
| Program | DW Score | Earnings | AI Risk | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration Compare across schools |
49 | $41,360/yr | High | 1.9x |
| Biology, General Compare across schools |
32 | $35,728/yr | High | 1.5x |
| Psychology, General Compare across schools |
32 | $35,578/yr | High | 2.5x |