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Your Chances of Getting Into William & Mary

Based on publicly available admissions data

Selective32.7% acceptance rate

Acceptance rate 20-40%. Target or reach depending on your profile.

Admissions Statistics

Acceptance Rate
32.7%
SAT Range (Middle 50%)
1365 - 1510
ACT Range (Middle 50%)
32 - 34

GPA of Enrolled Freshmen

4.0 (A)
90.1%
3.75 - 3.99 (A-)
6.9%
3.50 - 3.74 (A-/B+)
2.1%
3.25 - 3.49 (B+)
0.6%
3.00 - 3.24 (B)
0.3%

What Matters Most

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Is William & Mary a Reach, Target, or Safety?

With a 32.7% acceptance rate, William & Mary is typically a reach or target school. Strong academics give you a competitive chance.

Build a balanced college list with reach, target, and safety schools to maximize your options.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are my chances of getting into William & Mary?

William & Mary accepts 32.7% of applicants. Your individual chances depend on your complete profile: GPA, test scores, extracurriculars, essays, and recommendations. Use this data as a benchmark, not a guarantee.

What GPA do I need for William & Mary?

97% of enrolled freshmen at William & Mary had a GPA of 3.75 or above. While there is no strict cutoff, a strong academic record significantly improves your chances, especially for competitive applicants.

What SAT score do I need for William & Mary?

The middle 50% of enrolled freshmen scored between 1365 and 1510 on the SAT. Scoring at or above 1510 puts you in the top quartile of admitted students. For ACT, the middle 50% range is 32-34.

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