Quick facts about Williams
Acceptance: 13%
Freshman from out of state: 86%
Most popular majors: Economics, Psychology, History, Political Science, Biology, Art History, English
Housing: Guaranteed housing all four years, but seniors have the option to live off campus
4-year Graduation rate: 90%
Student Community Diversity: Blacks: 8%; Latino: 13%; International: 8% Academics: Williams emphasizes an interdisciplinary education, so all students are required to complete three courses in each area – humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences. “Tutorials” are a favorite for students, where a class is comprised of two students who alternate writing and critiquing assignments and a supervising professor. Social: “Ephs take their work seriously, but not themselves,” according to an admissions rep I recently met. Social life is active and mostly centered on campus as Williamstown is somewhat of a quiet town. Guests and clubs provide outlets for students, but most enjoy weekend dorm parties. No need to worry though, Williams students boast of its safe, regulated, and still fun campus. Similar Colleges to Consider: Amherst, Brown, Dartmouth, Middlebury, Princeton, Yale Financial: Williams offers need-based financial aid and grants. 100% of need is fully met. 79% of students receive scholarships.Although the tuition and fees are approximately $71,000, the average financial aid package is $50,000. For any student who receives financial aid, books, art and lab supplies, and music lessons are free. About 60% of international students receive aid, even though Williams is need-aware. What do you think about this college? What else would you like to learn about it? Please post your comments below.