Admissions Overview
The admission process at William & Mary has a 33% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $75. William & Mary has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
33%
Selective
Application Volume
17,548
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
28%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at William & Mary has a 33% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $75. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at William & Mary evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$75
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalEnglish Proficiency Test
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at William & Mary. About 45% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,365 to 1,510. Additionally, about 17% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 32 to 34.
SAT Scores
45% of students submitted400
1600
1365 – 1510
200
800
695 – 750
200
800
670 – 760
ACT Scores
17% of students submitted1
36
32 – 34
1
36
33 – 35
1
36
28 – 35
Admission Statistics
17,548 students applied to W&M. Of those, 33% were accepted (5,741 students). Of these 5,741 accepted students, 1,619 chose to enroll.
17,548
Total Applicants
5,741
Students Admitted
1,619
Students Enrolled
33%
Acceptance Rate