Wells College – The college is now closed. This is archival content. Skip to content Wells College is currently in wind-down operations. Wells College Has Closed Read more by clicking the button below. More information It is with deep regret that we announce the permanent closure of Wells College. After facing financial challenges exacerbated by national trends in higher education, the Board of Trustees has made the difficult decision to cease the College's operations, effective June 30, 2024. Recent Board of Trustees updates are below in Latest News. For additional information and updates, please visit www.wells.edu/closure/ We extend our deepest gratitude to all who have been a part of the Wells College family since its founding in 1868. Even though our physical campus is no longer open, our community remains vibrant and connected. Your unwavering support and dedication to our mission are appreciated more than words can express. Your continued support will help preserve our history and secure our legacy with honor, dignity, and grace. If you would like to make a charitable gift, checks can be made out to "Wells College," and mailed to:  Wells College, 170 Main Street, Aurora, NY 13026 . During the wind-down process, which will continue until all fiduciary responsibilities have been met, the campus is closed.   Access to the campus is limited to those with prior authorization from the President for a business-related reason for visiting the campus. The Wells College Campus is for sale.  For more information, click here: wellscollegecampus.com The Board of Trustees is pleased to share that the College has filed a petition with New York State to name Hobart and William Smith Colleges as Wells College's Legacy Partner. For more information, click here: www.wells.edu/closure/legacy Latest News Fact Check:  No auctions of assets have occurred as of January 2026. Wells graduates will be notified in advance of any auctions. 02/07/2026 Update from the Wells College Board of Trustees 01/08/2026 Read more news FAQs are frequently updated. Please use this search feature to check on any matters that concern you.