A
Excellent
Score: 78/100

William & Mary

4-Year Public
📍 Williamsburg, Virginia 23187
🌐 https://www.wm.edu/
Outcomes
A+
94/100
Affordability
C
51/100
Resources
B+
75/100
Experience
A+
93/100
Prestige
B+
75/100

Quick Stats

9,762
Total Enrollment
91%
Graduation Rate
95%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
33%
Acceptance Rate
$20,422
Avg Net Price

🏆 Where William & Mary Ranks

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

🥇
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
of 100 schools
🥉
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General
of 94 schools
#7
History, General
of 100 schools
#7
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
of 100 schools
#7
Economics, General
of 100 schools
#8
Business Administration and Management, General
of 100 schools
#16
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
of 100 schools
#16
Political Science and Government, General
of 100 schools
#23
Management Science
of 100 schools
#24
Law
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $18,253 $42,053
Room $8,785
Board $5,770
Total Cost (On-Campus) $43,035 $67,407

Financial Aid

54%
Receive Any Aid
9%
Receive Pell Grants
25%
Take Out Loans
$20,422
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$6,616
$30,001 - $48,000$6,407
$48,001 - $75,000$12,603
$75,001 - $110,000$20,439
$110,001+$35,264

Student Demographics

9,762
Total Students
59%
Women
98%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 61%
Hispanic 8%
Black 7%
Asian 10%
Two or More 6%
Non-Resident 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 100%

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 86%
Hybrid (Some Online) 3%
Fully Online 12%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 98%
25-64 (Adult) 1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at William & Mary?
William & Mary has an acceptance rate of 33%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.
How much does it cost to attend William & Mary?
Tuition at William & Mary is $18,253 for in-state students and $42,053 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $20,422.
What is the graduation rate at William & Mary?
The graduation rate at William & Mary is 91%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is William & Mary a good school?
William & Mary has a Repit College Score of 78/100 (Grade: A). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (B+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend William & Mary?
William & Mary has a total enrollment of 9,762 students. Most students (98%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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