William & Mary
William & Mary (W & M) is a four-years, public school located in Williamsburg, VA. It is classified as Research University (high research activity) by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Doctor's degree - research / scholarship and professional practice.
The W & M's 2023 tuition & fees is $23,970 for Virginia residents and $47,196 for out-of-state students. 53% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $19,403.
The school has a total enrollment of 9,517 and the students to faculty ratio is 12 to 1 (8.33%).
W & M ranked 50th in National Universities and 3rd in Virginia Colleges rankings. William & Mary is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2023 Tuition & Fees and 2024 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2023 tuition & fees of William & Mary is $23,970 for in-state students and $47,196 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2023 tuition & fees is $16,776 for in-state students and $35,136 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2024 tuition & fees for prospective students is $24,129 for Virginia residents and $47,355 for out-of-state students based on the tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $16,936 for Virginia residents and $35,295 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $23,970 | $47,196 |
| Graduate | $16,776 | $35,136 |
Data source: NCES(National Center for Education Statistics
Updated with 2022-2023 tuition (Last update: Feb. 27, 2023)
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $24,129 | $47,355 |
| Graduate | $16,936 | $35,295 |
The estimation for 2023-2024 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Key Stats for Prospective Students
The Acceptance rate at William & Mary is 36.54% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 26.37%. The average SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 1,440.
The average graduation rate is 91%. Total 9,517 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school).
The average earning in 10 years after graduation from the school is $74,500. The average salary varies depending on the field of study where the Computer Science program shows the highest salary with $68,500 after graduating. Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.
| Admission Stats » | 36.54% Acceptance Rate / 26.37% Yield |
|---|---|
| Test Scores » | 1,440 SAT / 33 ACT |
| Graduation Rate » | 91% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 6% |
| Retention Rate | 93%(full-time), 100% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 8.33% (12 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 9,517 (6,543 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $19,403 |
| Average Earning After 10 years of graduation | $74,500 |
| Average Salary by Field of Study | $19,900 - $68,500 |
Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services
William & Mary offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers. The next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.
| Online Class | Undergraduate, Graduate |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Army |
| Weekend/Evening College | No |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
W & M provides several student services including academic/career counseling services, employment services for students, Placement services for completers.
| Remedial services | No |
|---|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
| Library facilities at institution | Various Library Facilities Provided |
Campus Life
The following table illustrates the special characteristics of W & M. It has dormitories (or campus-owned housing) and its capacity is 4,755. It also offers separate board/meal plans and the annual cost is $5,246.
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | Yes |
| Dormitory Capacity | 4,755 |
Directory Information
| Address | 200 Richmond Road, Williamsburg, VA 23187-8795 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 757-221-4000 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | Veterans Benefit Information |
| Athletic | Athletic Team Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-years, public |
| Carnegie Category | Research University (high research activity) |
| Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree - research / scholarship and professional practice |
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