Founded in 1836, Wesleyan was the first college in the world chartered to grant degrees to women.

[2] The school was chartered on December 23, 1836, as the Georgia Female College, and it opened its doors to students on January 7, 1839.

Wesleyan boasts the Nu Omega chapter of Alpha Kappa Psi, the professional business fraternity.

[8] There are several popular events of the International Cherry Blossom Festival every springtime, such as the grand finale fireworks display.

Porter Auditorium was once the home of the Macon Symphony Orchestra, and it still hosts many musical and theatrical events and competitions.

The college is a member of the Division III level of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).

Wesleyan competes in intercollegiate varsity sports, including basketball, cheerleading, cross country, dance, equestrian, soccer, softball, track, and volleyball.