William and Mary has awesome faculty and a wide-range of course options. There are general ed requirements of course, where if you are already familiar with the topic may expect to be disappointed, but I was challenged even in courses I felt overly prepared for. Each class expanded my horizons and stretched me in ways I had not expected. The professors expect a lot of us but in return pour a lot of themselves back in to the students. That combination really maximizes how much each students learns and grows.
Do you enjoy the experience at your school?
Besides the academics, the best part of W&M is the sense of community. The honor code and general morale on campus makes the 5,000 students on campus feel like a much smaller number. There are so many rich traditions combined with passion and innovation that make W&M a very unique, very special place.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
For in-state students, tuition is great and there are a lot of aid options. Unfortunately, I am from out of state and received no financial aid. The education is well worth the $40,000 ticket price for out-of-state students, but it still hits the pocket pretty hard.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
WORK HARD. It's not an easy school to get into and they expect a lot out of you once you get here. But the opportunities at W&M, the connections you'll make, and the extraordinary growth as a student and as a person that you will experience is 1000% worth it. Apply early if you know that this is the place for you.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
It's not a party school by any means, but if you want to learn and are interested in community service, politics, or international relations- this is THE school for you! I read once that all Griffins are a little bit nerdy, but endearingly so... it couldn't be more true!
William and Mary has awesome faculty and a wide-range of course options. There are general ed requirements of course, where if you are already familiar with the topic may expect to be disappointed, but I was challenged even in courses I felt overly prepared for. Each class expanded my horizons and stretched me in ways I had not expected. The professors expect a lot of us but in return pour a lot of themselves back in to the students. That combination really maximizes how much each students learns and grows.
Besides the academics, the best part of W&M is the sense of community. The honor code and general morale on campus makes the 5,000 students on campus feel like a much smaller number. There are so many rich traditions combined with passion and innovation that make W&M a very unique, very special place.
For in-state students, tuition is great and there are a lot of aid options. Unfortunately, I am from out of state and received no financial aid. The education is well worth the $40,000 ticket price for out-of-state students, but it still hits the pocket pretty hard.
WORK HARD. It's not an easy school to get into and they expect a lot out of you once you get here. But the opportunities at W&M, the connections you'll make, and the extraordinary growth as a student and as a person that you will experience is 1000% worth it. Apply early if you know that this is the place for you.
It's not a party school by any means, but if you want to learn and are interested in community service, politics, or international relations- this is THE school for you! I read once that all Griffins are a little bit nerdy, but endearingly so... it couldn't be more true!