Overview
Student Population
| Location | Williamsburg, Virginia |
| Online | wm.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
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Located in Williamsburg, Virginia, College of William and Mary is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 14,680 prospective students applied, and 5,532 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,530 enrolled in the school. 7,986 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 831 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2019/2020, excluding room and board, is $17,434 plus fees of $6,194. William & Mary is ranked 50 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Value
William & Mary is rated within the top 12% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 9 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for College of William and Mary within the 2021 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#50 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#3 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#3 in Best Colleges in Virginia
#1 in Best Public Colleges in Virginia
#55 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#4 in Best Value Colleges in Virginia
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1320/1510 |
| ACT | 30/34 |
| GPA | 4.12 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 1, 2021 |
| Applicant Competition | High |
Annual Cost to Attend
Virginia Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $6,194 |
| Room and Board | $12,926 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,041 |
| Total One Year Cost | $39,595 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $6,194 |
| Room and Board | $12,926 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,041 |
| Total One Year Cost | $62,250 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 24% |
| Business | 11% |
| General Studies | 10% |
| English and Literature | 8% |
| History | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=231624 IPEDS survey data for College of William and Mary.
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