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Williams College was established in 1793. This private college of liberal arts is situated in Williamstown, Massachusetts. It was originally formed as a men’s college and changed into a co-educational institution in the year 1970. The institution was recently placed at the 1st position among the liberal arts colleges in America by the U.S. News and World Report. It offers majors in more than 30 fields of study. Over 500 bachelor’s and more than 30 master’s degrees are awarded by Williams College. Williams College is divided into the following divisions:
Williams College's athletics department fields more than 30 men's and women's sports teams. They compete in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III. The teams are nicknamed the Ephmen, and they participate in basketball, baseball, cross country, and softball.
Williams College is in Williamstown, MA. Williamstown is a town not far from a more urbanized area. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Williams College issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Master's degree.
Fields of study in vogue at the school include science, mathematics, art studies, and liberal arts.
Not all applicants to Williams College are accepted. Just 17% of applicants in 2007-2008 were accepted at the school. The top quarter of students at Williams College scored at least 760 on the verbal SAT test. Students' math SAT scores were most often in the range 660 to 760 in 2007-2008.
The schools' faculty/student ratio of superior to most. The most successful professors at Williams College are given tenure, encouraging them to stay with the school for a long time. The the school teaching staff is well compensated compared to other schools.
Approximately 2,073 students study at Williams College (in 2007-2008).
The school offers a real campus feel. Williams College makes housing available to a large share of its students. Students at the school can take advantage of the school's meal plans. Students participate in New England Small College Athletic Conference athletics.
More complete details are provided below.
Williams College
880 Main St
Williamstown, MA 01267
General Phone: (413) 597-3131
http://www.williams.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 270 | economics, English, history, international development, political science, social studies, Chinese language, American studies, ... |
| Science | 100 | biology, chemistry, astrophysics, physics, geology, astronomy |
| Art Studies | 70 | art studies |
| Therapy and Counseling | 37 | psychology |
| Mathematics | 24 | mathematics |
| Religion and Philosophy | 17 | philosophy, religion |
| Fine Arts | 11 | art history and criticism |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 10 | computer science |
| Music | 5 | music |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 1 | drama |
Number of programs and degrees for Williams College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 510 | 33 |
| Master's degree | 35 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, Williams College had a total enrollment of 2,073 students (2,089 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 47% |
| Women | 53% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 98% |
| Graduate | 2% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 64% |
| Black | 9% |
| Hispanic | 8% |
| Asian | 10% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 8% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 46% |
| 20-21 | 42% |
| 22-24 | 8% |
| 25-29 | 1% |
| 30-34 | 0% |
| 35-39 | 0% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| New York | 19% |
| Massachusetts | 14% |
| (International Students) | 10% |
| California | 9% |
| Connecticut | 6% |
| New Jersey | 4% |
| Illinois | 4% |
| Pennsylvania | 3% |
| Maryland | 3% |
| Florida | 3% |
| Virginia | 2% |
| Texas | 2% |
| Washington | 2% |
| Georgia | 2% |
| Oregon | 2% |
| North Carolina | 2% |
| Maine | 1% |
| Ohio | 1% |
| New Hampshire | 1% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
| Missouri | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| Washington, DC | 1% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Vermont | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
| Hawaii | 1% |
| Arizona | 1% |
| South Carolina | 1% |
| Iowa | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 97 % |
Williams College offers campus housing for 1,918 of its 2,089 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Williamstown, Massachusetts for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Massachusetts Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 7,552 | 1,281 | 17% | 539 | 42% |
| Men | 3,481 | 604 | 17% | 255 | 42% |
| Women | 4,071 | 677 | 17% | 284 | 42% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 660 | 760 |
| SAT Math | 660 | 760 |
| ACT Composite | 29 | 33 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 95% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 24% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 37,640 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 37,640 |
| Room and board | $ 9,890 |
| Room charge | $ 5,030 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,860 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,200 |
Financial Aid:
Williams College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 222900)
Williams College has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 89 | $135,420 | 41 | $124,722 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 20 | $94,530 | 22 | $90,995 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 44 | $74,616 | 39 | $72,559 |
| Instructor | academic year | 5 | $50,420 | 2 | * |
| Lecturer | academic year | 10 | $85,885 | 5 | $80,300 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 168 | $109,149 | 109 | $95,530 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | New England Small College Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | New England Small College Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | New England Small College Athletic Conference |
| Track | New England Small College Athletic Conference |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
LIBERAL ARTS
American/United States Studies/Civilization
Anthropology
Asian Studies/Civilization
Chinese Language and Literature
Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General
Comparative Literature
Development Economics and International Development
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
German Language and Literature
History, General
Japanese Language and Literature
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Russian Language and Literature
Social Sciences, Other
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Astronomy
Astrophysics
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Williams College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | |
Notable:
Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching NCAA athletic conference member
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