William & Mary
Acceptance Rate Trend
SAT Score Range Trend
(middle 50% of admitted students)
| Year | 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1360 | 1510 |
| 2022 | 1375 | 1520 |
| 2023 | 1365 | 1510 |
| 2024 | 1365 | 1510 |
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👍 Great Fit If You Are:
Philosophical citizens
if you want to think deeply about society and serve it meaningfully, W&M is a haven.
IR and public policy students
few schools rival its strength in producing thoughtful public leaders.
Quiet intellectuals
if you’d rather read, write, and debate than shout, you’ll find your people here.
History and law lovers
if the past guides your purpose, this is where it lives.
Liberal arts realists
if you want a values-based education *and* solid post-grad outcomes, W&M delivers both.
🚨 Not Ideal For:
Big-sports lovers
this isn’t a tailgate-heavy, rah-rah football school.
Urban trend-seekers
Williamsburg is calm, classic, and a bit sleepy.
STEM-specialists only
sciences are strong, but not cutting-edge tech driven.
Party culture seekers
the vibe is more book club than frat party.
Name-brand obsessives
W&M is highly respected, but quieter than Ivies or Berkeley in pop culture.
☀️ Weather & Climate
spring
55-75°F (13-24°C)
Mild with frequent rain
summer
75-90°F (24-32°C)
Hot and humid
fall
55-75°F (13-24°C)
Cool and crisp
winter
35-55°F (2-13°C)
Mild with occasional freezes
Humid subtropical climate with mild winters and hot, humid summers
☀️Average 210 sunny days per year
👩🎓👨🎓 Demographics
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Nearby Areas
Colonial‑era streets with restaurants and shops
Mixed retail and dining district