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
18,087
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
27%
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
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalEnglish Proficiency Test
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Other 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 52% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,375 to 1,520. Additionally, about 18% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 32 to 34.
SAT Scores
52% of students submitted400
1600
1375 – 1520
200
800
695 – 750
200
800
680 – 770
ACT Scores
18% of students submitted1
36
32 – 34
1
36
34 – 35
1
36
28 – 34
Admission Statistics
18,087 students applied to W&M. Of those, 33% were accepted (6,059 students). Of these 6,059 accepted students, 1,642 chose to enroll.
18,087
Total Applicants
6,059
Students Admitted
1,642
Students Enrolled
33%
Acceptance Rate