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First-Year Applicants

Williams is one of the most selective colleges in the country, admitting roughly 20 percent of applicants in most years. Our applicant pool typically includes students from all 50 U.S. states and more than a hundred countries. A large percentage of those who apply boast outstanding academic records and would be strong students at Williams.

Our task is to read each application carefully, looking beyond the numbers to determine which students would be the best match for our classrooms, clubs, and community. Choosing among so many stellar candidates is painstaking, humbling work, and we take it very seriously.

We offer two rounds of admission: binding Early Decision (due November 10) and Regular Decision (due January 1). See the links on the right for details.
Guidelines and Deadlines
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To get you started, here are the basic facts and deadlines.
Application Instructions
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Once you’re ready to apply, here’s the fine print you’ll need to digest.
Application Forms
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Information about required (and optional) application forms can be found here.
Early Decision
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If you’re certain that Williams is your first choice, you may apply by November 10 for a December 15 online notification.
Regular Decision
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Students must apply by January 1 for online notification by April 1.
Apply Online
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It’s easy to apply online through the Common Application website. Here’s how to do it.