William & Mary Cost & Financial Aid Information

$25,688
Average Net Price
58%
Receive Aid
12%
Pell Recipients
Moderate
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at William & Mary is $25,688 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$25,688

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$2,580
$30,001-48,000$4,577
$48,001-75,000$8,405
$75,001-110,000$19,584
$110,000+$35,267

Financial Aid

William & Mary demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 58% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 12% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

58%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

12%

Of students receive federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need

Grants & Scholarships

Gift aid that doesn't need to be repaid

Work-Study Programs

Part-time employment opportunities on campus

Student Loans

Federal and private loan options available

Combined Sticker Price (Undergraduate)

The sticker price represents the total cost before any financial aid is applied. In-state students can expect a sticker price of $25,040 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $49,412. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $27,440, which is 28% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $25,040

Out-of-State: $49,412

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$25,040
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$40,240

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$25,040
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$39,740

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$49,412
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$64,612

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$49,412
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$64,612

Commuting Students

Students living at home and commuting to campus can significantly reduce their costs.

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$25,040
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$28,740

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$49,412
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$53,612

Cost Analysis

Analyze how W&M's costs have changed over time.Over the past year, William & Mary has increased costs by $7,289, representing a 39.6% increase in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$18,399

Current Year

$25,688

Change

+$7,289

Affordability & Value

William & Mary is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education with strong return on investment.

Affordability Rating

Moderate

Based on average net price compared to national averages

Investment Value

Students receiving aid58%
Pell grant recipients12%
Student-faculty ratio12:1