Wellesley College will begin covering tuition for students from families earning under $200,000 a year starting in fall 2027, using grants through its new Tuition Promise program. The policy is designed to expand access for low- and middle-income families and follows a broader trend of colleges raising income thresholds for tuition-free programs. However, eligible students may still face up to about $26,000 in housing, food and student activity costs, meaning “free tuition” d