Type Private
Location Williamstown, USA
Accreditation NESCAC, Little Three (with Amherst, Wesleyan)
Entrance exams Common App, Coalition App
Academic Programs
Undergraduate
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| BA Liberal Arts (36+ majors; 50+ areas of study majors) | UG | 4 years |
Overview
Williams College is a private institution in Williamstown, MA, USA, founded in 1793. Williams College is consistently ranked among the top liberal arts colleges (US News #1, Forbes #1) offering an intimate tutorial-based education, generous no-loan financial aid, and strong undergraduate research
Academic Programs
- Degrees: BA
- Majors Available: 36+ majors; 50+ areas of study
- Curriculum: Williams follows a 4-1-4 academic calendar with two four-course semesters and a one-course Winter Study term in January for intensive or experimental courses. Students must fulfill divisional requirements and a Difference, Power, and Equity requirement through interdisciplinary opportunities.
- Distinctive Programs: Tutorials (Oxford-style), Winter Study, strong undergraduate research, Center for Environmental Studies, Science Center
- Student-Faculty Ratio: 7:1
Campus and Location
Located in Williamstown, USA. Campus spans 450 acres.
Who Applies Here
- Students seeking a rigorous private liberal arts education in USA
- Those drawn to Tutorials (Oxford-style)
- Members of NESCAC, Little Three (with Amherst, Wesleyan)
Things to Verify Before Applying
- Verify current tuition, deadlines, and requirements on the official website
- Acceptance rate is 10% (Class of 2028), highly competitive
- Study abroad: Williams-Exeter Programme at Oxford, Williams-Mystic, other programs
Sources Used
Fees — 2025-26
Program Fees
| Program | Level | Annual Fee | Total Fee | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA Liberal Arts (36+ majors; 50+ areas of study majors) | UG | USD 68,560 | — | official-website |
Fee figures are indicative. Verify the complete fee structure on the institution's official website.
Admissions — 2025-26
Entrance Exams
Common App Coalition App
Eligibility
BA Liberal Arts (36+ majors; 50+ areas of study majors)
Test-optional
Selection Process
- Apply via official website or designated portal
- Submit required documents and test scores
- Await admission decision
Placements — Not disclosed
Average package Not disclosed
Highest package Not disclosed
Placement rate Not disclosed
Placement data is sourced from institutional records. Verify current data on the institution's official website.
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