A
Excellent
Score: 79/100

Williams College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Williamstown, Massachusetts 01267
🌐 https://www.williams.edu/
Outcomes
A+
98/100
Affordability
F
27/100
Resources
A+
90/100
Experience
A+
94/100
Prestige
A
85/100

Quick Stats

2,168
Total Enrollment
97%
Graduation Rate
97%
Retention Rate
6.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
10%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Williams College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $499,622
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,863/mo — vs ~$922/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 12022 (4.6% cap, Berlin)

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🏆 Where Williams College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥈
Development Economics and International Development
of 3 schools
#11
Experimental Psychology
of 25 schools
#26
Mathematics, General
of 100 schools
#26
Statistics, General
of 74 schools
#30
Econometrics and Quantitative Economics
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $64,540 $64,540
Room $8,300
Board $8,000
Total Cost (On-Campus) $84,860 $84,860

Financial Aid

67%
Receive Any Aid
19%
Receive Pell Grants
10%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

2,168
Total Students
52%
Women
96%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 47%
Hispanic 13%
Black 5%
Asian 14%
Two or More 8%
Non-Resident 10%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 96%
25-64 (Adult) 1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Williams College?
Williams College has an acceptance rate of 10%. This makes it a highly selective institution where admission is very competitive.
How much does it cost to attend Williams College?
Tuition at Williams College is $64,540 for in-state students and $64,540 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Williams College?
The graduation rate at Williams College is 97%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Williams College a good school?
Williams College has a Repit College Score of 79/100 (Grade: A). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (A+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (A): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Williams College?
Williams College has a total enrollment of 2,168 students. Most students (96%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology