All students directly benefit from Annual Giving gifts such as the Special Gifts and other contributions we are soliciting from 1974 classmates for our upcoming 35th Reunion. FY'08 contributions provided approximately $4,435 per student. Since tuition only covers 38% of college costs, alumnae gifts are an important part of how Wellesley provides a superb education to students.

Over 175 academic, cultural/national, sports, volunteer, social advocacy, religious, political, art, cinema, performance and other groups, programs and organizations exist on campus to allow students to follow their interests and prepare them to lead in the world. Historical activities such as The Wellesley News, Tupelos, Shakespeare Society and Senate continue to enrich campus life whereas such groups as Friends of Somalia, Wellesley Asian Alliance and Women for Caribbean Development reflect the expanding globalization and diversity of the student body.

Wellesley students continue to excel both on campus, in off-site activities and upon graduation.

• 39 Wellesley students and alumnae were awarded graduate fellowships and scholarships in 2007-2008, with 15 representing graduating seniors and seven Fulbright U.S. Student Program Grantees.
• 83% of Wellesley students and alumnae applying to law school were accepted compared to the national average of 66 percent. Medical school acceptance rate was 70% with a Wellesley education compared to 45% without.
• Internships and community service projects provide excellent opportunities for students to supplement classroom learning. Wellesley funded at least one internship for 53% of the class of 2008. More than 300 students participated in 52 internships in 34 countries during the summer of 2008. 77 students were awarded Community Service Travel Grants for use during Spring Break, Wintersession and the summer in 2008.

Each generation of women with a Wellesley education - an excellent education-makes a difference in the world! The Class of 2012 is comprised of 597 students from all over the world, including 8% with international citizenry. 92% were ranked in the top 20% of their high school for those schools ranking students (46 percent). Students of color comprise 46% of the freshman class (African/American, Latina/Hispanic, Asian/American/Pacific Islander, Other); 43% of the class is White/Caucasian. First Generation -Neither parent attended college - 11%

As the premier liberal arts college for women in the world, every student who is an excellent prospect for Wellesley is able to afford it. Wellesley has revised its admission/financial aid policies to assure accessibility by all qualified students - the comprehensive fee to attend is close to $48,000. Approximately 55% of students receive financial aid in the form of grants and/or loans. The formula as to whether grants or loans are given has changed to reduce the burden of loan payback after graduation. No student will graduate with a loan burden greater than $12,825.

Wellesley's fundraising need has increased by $1.4 million this year alone to assure its new financial aid policies and we alumnae can help!

• Faculty excellence, including maintaining competitive compensation and a student-faculty ratio of 9:1
• Academic excellence including classroom technology, library acquisitions and internships and international learning experiences for students
• Campus and community life, including maintaining one of the most beautiful college campuses. Students benefit from such on-campus institutions as the Lulu Chow Wang Campus Center, Davis Museum and Cultural Center, Keohane Sports Center, Knapp Media & Technology Center, newly renovated Houghton Chapel and Multifaith Center, Margaret Clapp Library, Margaret C. Ferguson Greenhouses, and not to forget the academic buildings and residence halls!