Williams College
Williams College is a prestigious school that offers excellent academic programs. It is classified as one of the Little Three, a group of prestigious liberal arts colleges, including Amherst College and Wesleyan University. The 25 academic departments at Williams College are grouped within one of the following divisions:
- Social Studies
- Science and Mathematics
- Language and Arts
Students at Williams College have 35 undergraduate majors to choose from. Williams College also offers some graduate programs, including renowned art history and economic policy programs. Many students enroll at Williams College because of its small class sizes, which makes professors more accessible to students. Many professors at Williams College are internationally-recognized for their research.
There are many opportunities to participate in extra-curricular activities at Williams College. Williams College sponsors more than 160 student organizations, and the school has money allocated to fund more student organizations. Most students reside on campus, making Williams College a lively and social environment.
Financial need is not considered during admission decisions. Admission decisions are based solely on merit, regardless of financial need. Williams College is very selective. It has a 20 percent average annual acceptance rate.
Williams Colleges offers scholarships and other forms of financial aid to admitted students. It does not provide merit-based scholarships. Instead, scholarship awards are based on financial need.
Admission Office
33 Stetson Court
Williamstown, MA 01267
(413) 597-2211
Fax: (413) 597-4052
admission@williams.edu
Contact: Richard Nesbitt
Director of Admissions
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Main Address
Williams College
Williamstown, MA 01267
(413) 597-3131
www.williams.edu
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Size
Total undergrads: 1,997
First-time degree-seeking freshmen: 540
Degree-seeking undergrads: 1,970
Graduate enrollment: 48
Setting
Rural setting
Small town (2,500 - 9,999)
Residential campus
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Degrees offered:
 Bachelor's
Master's
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Tuition & Fees
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Estimated Annual Expenses |
'07-2008 |
'08-2009 |
'09-2010 |
'10-2011 |
% change '09-'11 |
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Tuition and fees |
$35,670 |
$37,640 |
$39,490 |
$41,434 |
+4.92% |
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Books and Supplies |
$800 |
$800 |
$800 |
$800 |
0.00% |
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Living Arrangement - On Campus |
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Room and Board |
$9,470 |
$9,890 |
$10,390 |
$10,906 |
+4.97% |
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Other |
$1,700 |
$1,757 |
$1,781 |
$1,781 |
0.00% |
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Living Arrangement - Off Campus |
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Room and Board |
$0 |
$0 |
$0 |
$0 |
0.00% |
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Other |
$0 |
$0 |
$0 |
$0 |
0.00% |
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Total Expenses |
'07-2008 |
'08-2009 |
'09-2010 |
'10-2011 |
% change '09-'11 |
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In-state On Campus |
$47,640 |
$50,087 |
$52,461 |
$54,921 |
+4.69% |
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In-state Off Campus |
$36,470 |
$38,440 |
$40,290 |
$42,234 |
+4.83% |
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In-state with Family |
$36,470 |
$38,440 |
$40,290 |
$42,234 |
+4.83% |
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Average Graduate Student Tuition & Fees
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Tuition for In-state Students
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$42,200 |
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In-state Student Fees
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$0 |
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Tuition for Out-of-state Students
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$42,200 |
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Out-of-state Fees
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$0 |
Financial Aid
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Full-time Beginning Undergraduate Students
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Type of Aid
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Students
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Percent
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Amount
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Average Per Student
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All students financial aid |
344 |
64% |
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Grant or scholarship aid |
278 |
52% |
$10,090,838 |
$36,298 |
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Federal grants |
78 |
14% |
$414,217 |
$5,310 |
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Pell grants |
78 |
14% |
$274,967 |
$3,525 |
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Other federal grants |
44 |
8% |
$139,250 |
$3,165 |
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State/local government grant or scholarships |
24 |
4% |
$52,476 |
$2,187 |
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Institutional grants or scholarships |
270 |
50% |
$9,624,145 |
$35,645 |
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Student loan aid |
79 |
15% |
$352,330 |
$4,460 |
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Federal student loans |
79 |
15% |
$341,518 |
$4,323 |
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Other student loans |
1 |
0% |
$10,812 |
$10,812 |
All Majors and Programs
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BA/BS
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MA/MS
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PhD
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AA/AS
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CERT
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Total of All Education Programs |
692 |
44 |
– |
– |
– |
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Area, Gender, Cultural, Ethnic, and Group Studies |
24 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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American/united States Studies/civilization |
6 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Asian Studies/civilization |
6 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Near and Middle Eastern Studies |
8 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Women's Studies |
4 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Biology and Biomedical Sciences |
67 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Biology and Biological Sciences, General |
67 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Computing and Information Sciences |
13 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Computer Science |
13 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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English Language, Composition and Literature/letters |
69 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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English Language and Literature, General |
69 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics |
43 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Chinese Language and Literature |
15 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General |
1 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Comparative Literature |
5 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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French Language and Literature |
3 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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German Language and Literature |
6 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Japanese Language and Literature |
2 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Russian Language and Literature |
3 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Spanish Language and Literature |
8 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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History |
56 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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History, General |
56 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Mathematics and Statistics |
55 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Mathematics, General |
55 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Multi-/interdisciplinary Studies, General |
2 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Multi-/interdisciplinary Studies, Other |
2 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Natural Resources and Conservation |
1 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Environmental Studies |
1 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Physical Sciences |
55 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Astronomy |
– |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Astrophysics |
6 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Chemistry, General |
29 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Geology and Earth Science, General |
8 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Physics, General |
12 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Psychology |
57 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Psychology, General |
57 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Social Sciences |
175 |
30 |
– |
– |
– |
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Anthropology |
10 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Development Economics and International Development |
– |
30 |
– |
– |
– |
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Economics, General |
78 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Political Science and Government, General |
61 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Social Sciences, Other |
19 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Sociology |
7 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Visual and Performing Arts |
75 |
14 |
– |
– |
– |
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Art History, Criticism and Conservation |
– |
14 |
– |
– |
– |
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Art/art Studies, General |
60 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Drama and Dramatics/theatre Arts, General |
9 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Music, General |
6 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
Above data represents first majors only.
(-) Indicates that a program is not offered at this level.
Admissions Information
Application Fee
College has an application fee: Yes
Regular application fee: $60
Online application fee: $60
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Enrollment Rates
Percent applicants admitted: 17%
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Undergraduate Majors
Area, Ethnic, Cultural, & Gender Studies
 American Studies B
Asian Studies B
Arts, Visual & Performing
Art History/Criticism/Conservation B
Drama/Theater Arts B
Fine/Studio Arts B
Music - General B
Biological & Biomedical Sciences
Biology B
Computer & Information Sciences
Computer Science B
English Language & Literature
English Language & Literature - General B
Foreign Language & Literature
Chinese B
Classics B
Comparative Literature B
French B
German B
Japanese B
Russian B
Spanish B
History
History - General B
Mathematics
Mathematics - General B
Philosophy & Religion
Philosophy B
Religion/Religious Studies B
Physical Sciences
Astronomy B
Astrophysics B
Chemistry B
Geology B
Physics B
Psychology
Psychology - General B
Social Sciences
Anthropology B
Economics B
Political Science/Government B
Sociology B
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Degree levels for each major are designated by the following letters:
A = Associate degree
B = Bachelor's degree
C = Certificate or diploma
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*We do not guarantee the accuracy of information on this page. All information is subject to change. You should confirm all information with a college admissions officer.
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