William & Mary
A good fit for in-state Virginia residents. no major red flags in the data. solid earnings of $74,500 within 10 years; strong 89% graduation rate.
About This School
William & Mary is a public institution located in Williamsburg, Virginia with approximately 7,055 undergraduate students enrolled. The school is moderately selective, accepting approximately 34% of applicants. The average net price after financial aid is $19,096 per year. The graduation rate is 89%, and the typical graduate earns $74,500 within 10 years of enrollment.
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This is a strong option for students who want a selective public university experience without the sticker shock — a 91% graduation rate and median debt of just $15,500 at graduation signal that students genuinely finish and don't leave buried in loans. The $74,500 median earnings at 10 years is solid, and the 33% acceptance rate means it's competitive but not out of reach for well-prepared applicants. The main caveat: Williamsburg is a small, somewhat isolated college town, so students who need a big-city energy or diverse urban environment nearby should factor that into the decision.
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Notable Alumni
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 17% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (7,055 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
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