Wheaton College (Massachusetts)

Wheaton College (Massachusetts) is a private liberal arts and sciences college located in Norton, Massachusetts, United States. Founded in 1834, Wheaton is one of New England’s oldest liberal arts institutions and is known for its student‑centered, interdisciplinary education and strong emphasis on experiential learning. The college offers more than 100 majors and minors through a flexible academic model that encourages intellectual exploration, undergraduate research, internships, and global study opportunities.

Wheaton enrolls approximately 1,700–1,800 undergraduate students on a fully residential suburban campus and maintains small class sizes that support close faculty mentorship. The institution is regionally accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE) and consistently ranks among the top U.S. liberal arts colleges for teaching quality and student outcomes.