Is William & Mary a Good School for the Money?
College of William and Mary Value Report
Is William & Mary worth the money? Read College Factual's annual William & Mary value report to determine if the school is priced fairly for the quality of education they provide.
Within Virginia, William & Mary is a Great Quality for a Great Price.
College of William and Mary is ranked #4 out of #48 in Virginia for quality and #5 out of #41 for Virginia value.
This makes it a great quality and a great value in the state.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the William & Mary financial aid page to be sure.
Fair Value Nationwide
College of William and Mary is ranked #632 out of 1,472 for value nationwide.
College of William and Mary is a fair value according to College Factual's value analysis. It is priced appropriately based on the quality of the education provided.
Prices of Institutions with Similar Quality Scores
| School | Total Price | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Macalester College | $172,794 | B |
| Mount Holyoke College | $178,290 | B |
| University of Wisconsin - Madison | $192,741 | C+ |
| Case Western Reserve University | $195,802 | C+ |
| College of William and Mary | $197,354 | C+ |
| University of California - Berkeley | $214,116 | C |
| Trinity College | $220,465 | C |
| Brandeis University | $226,645 | C- |
| Villanova University | $229,825 | C- |
| Santa Clara University | $231,006 | C- |
| Barnard College | $242,629 | D+ |
*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.
Bottom Line: You'll Spend an Estimated $197,354 For That Piece of Paper
On average, a bachelor's degree from William & Mary will cost you about $197,354. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $48,490 and a typical 4.07 years to graduate.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Average Yearly Cost | $48,490 |
| Average Years to Graduate | 4.07 |
| Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree | $197,354 |
Many Factors Affect Net Price
Consider the average William & Mary student takes 4.07 years to complete their degree. If you can complete your degree faster than that you will save money. This is just one way your William & Mary degree may cost less than average.
Does This School Make Financial Sense To You?
The overall price of a college can vary depending on your individual circumstances.
Look at the table below to get a sense of how William & Mary value for your educational dollar might vary.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $235,266 | #333 | B+ |
| All Students | $197,354 | #632 | C+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $157,900 | #514 | B |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $158,278 | #6 | A |
| All Students | $120,370 | #5 | A |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $80,912 | #4 | A |
Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Virginia.
About 57% of William & Mary students receive financial aid. Get more details on what William & Mary financial aid you may qualify for.
How to Calculate Value
College Factual calculates average total cost by multiplying net price by time to graduation. We then compare the average total cost to other schools of a similar quality to determine value. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.
References
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College Factual's Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.
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