Graduate Studies constitutes an essential element of Wesleyan, an independent university of the liberal arts and sciences founded in 1831. Wesleyan offers Graduate Studies programs leading to the Master of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. There are approximately 200 graduate students in Graduate Studies programs.

The Director of Graduate Studies and the Director of Graduate Student Services co-administrate the Graduate Studies programs. The Director of Graduate Studies is responsible for academic oversight of the programs and the Director of Graduate Student Services is responsible for oversight of direct student services including fellowships, tuition remission, and health-related services.