UNIVERSITY · CDS 2025-2026
College of William & Mary
Williamsburg, VA 6,951 undergrad Updated 2026-04-22
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Accept
33.5%
Yield
23.6%
Test
Optional
Academic Profile · CDS C9 / C11
The numbers a parent will ask about first.
SAT Total (mid 50%, computed)
1460–1560
SAT EBRW (mid 50%)
730–770
SAT Math (mid 50%)
730–790
ACT Composite (mid 50%)
33–35
GPA
Not reported
GPA NOTE79% in top 10% of class
METHODTotal SAT range is computed by summing the reported EBRW and Math mid-50% ranges from the school’s CDS (Section C9). Use as an approximation — a student’s actual total places them within, not at, the summed endpoints.
Decision Plans · CDS C1 / C21
When and how the school reads applicants.
| Plan | Deadline | Accept rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plan details not yet recorded. | |||
Cost & Aid · CDS H Series
What it costs and what families actually pay.
Tuition
$43,442
Total COA
$67,220
Avg need-based aid
$27,026
Avg merit award
None
Net price after avg need aid
$40,194
Named merit programs
1693 Scholars
William & Mary Scholars
James Monroe Scholars
Provost Scholar Awards
AP Impact Calculator
What the student's APs are actually worth here.
William & Mary's AP Policy
William & Mary awards credit for AP exams with scores of 3, 4, or 5, depending on the subject. There is no overall cap on the number of AP credits a student can receive. Credit is awarded for specific courses, and in some cases, can also be used for placement into higher-level courses.
Min score
3
Credit cap
Uncapped
Mode
Credit + placement
Per-score grid
Exam-level
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What They Value · CDS C7
Every CDS factor, weighted exactly as the admissions office files it.
- Rigor of secondary school recordVery Important
- Class rankConsidered
- Academic GPAVery Important
- Standardized test scoresConsidered
- Application EssayVery Important
- Recommendation(s)Very Important
Mission & Narrative
What this school says it is — in their own words.
A preeminent, public research university, grounded in the liberal arts and sciences since 1693, William & Mary is a vibrant and inclusive community.
Distilled Themes
Lifelong learningNew knowledge generationCreative thinkingPrincipled leadershipCompassionate global citizenship
The Coach's Read
What 'what they value' actually means at the table.
- 01William & Mary values students who are not just academically strong, but also intellectually curious and engaged in the world around them.
- 02They want to see a demonstrated commitment to service and a desire to make a positive impact on their community.
- 03A genuine interest in the liberal arts and a passion for learning are highly valued.
Application Targets
What a strong application here should signal.
- 01Showcase your intellectual curiosity through your essays and extracurricular activities.
- 02Highlight your leadership experience and your commitment to service.
- 03Demonstrate a genuine interest in William & Mary's unique history and academic programs.
Quiet Disqualifiers
Things that hurt applicants here, even when they look fine on paper.
- A lack of demonstrated interest in the liberal arts
- A purely academic focus without any evidence of extracurricular engagement or service
- A generic application that doesn't show a genuine interest in William & Mary
Signature Programs
Where this school is genuinely best-in-class.
History; Government; Biology; Economics; Psychology; Computer Science
Application calendar
Every date the family needs to know.
Deadlines & Decision Dates · 2025-2026
Family deadline matrix
Plan
Deadline
Decision release
Early Decision I
Binding
Decision release is in Early December.
Nov 1, 2025
→ Dec 15, 2025
Early Decision II
Binding
Decision release is in Early February.
Jan 5, 2026
→ Feb 15, 2026
Regular Decision
Non-binding
Jan 5, 2026
→ Apr 1, 2026
Early Action
Not offered
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Restrictive Early Action
Not offered
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Rolling Admission
Not offered
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CDS C7 · Level of applicant's interest
Does effort toward this school move the needle?
Demonstrated Interest·CDS C7 (2025-2026)
TrackedWeight: Considered
William & Mary officially considers applicant interest, as stated in their Common Data Set, though specific tracked channels are not explicitly detailed on their admissions site.
What they watch
- “Why us” essay specificity
Coach action
Write a thoughtful 'Why William & Mary' essay that demonstrates genuine interest and alignment with the university's programs and values.
Provenance