Admission & Aid

“I have always felt a deep sense of community that stems from the small size, rural setting and close relationships with professors.”

Sam Drescher ’26 Chemistry major

A Rare Place

Williams offers the best of a small, immersive learning experience. Nestled in the Berkshires of Massachusetts, our close-knit campus is home to a community that fosters intellectual curiosity and lifelong connection. And our game-changing approach to financial aid ensures that it’s all affordable.

Find out if Williams could be the place for you.

Why Williams

First in Nation
All-Grant Aid

Williams provides financial aid that most other colleges simply can’t. That means no loans, no work-study, no summer work requirements. Even your textbooks and class supplies are covered. We want you to take advantage of everything Williams has to offer without worrying about how to pay for it.

Tuition & Aid

ALL grants & NO Loans

NO work requirements

NO summer job requirement

FREE books & course materials

FREE health insurance

FREE summer storage

Explore Before You Decide

There are many ways to explore Williams in person and virtually. We can connect you with students who will share their experiences and answer your questions. Our virtual tour video and online info sessions offer a glimpse into life at Williams. And when you’re ready, we’d love to show you around.

Visit & Connect

Plan a Visit

Check out some of the popular places on campus and learn more about life in the Purple Valley. While you’re here, be sure to see what else Williamstown has to offer.

Attend a Virtual Info Session

Learn about our unique academics and close-knit community from students and our admission team—all without leaving home.

Connect With a Student

Our students are eager to tell you about their experiences and answer questions about what to expect at Williams.

Two students huddle together at a computer

Your Path to Williams

If there’s one thing Williams students have in common, it’s that they don’t fit a mold. They come here from around the world for reasons as different and varied as their backgrounds. Whether you’re applying for the first time, transferring from another college or coming from outside the U.S., there’s a path for you.

How to Apply

In Their Words

Hear from the people who know best. From making close friends during orientation and choosing a major to studying away and exploring new ideas, students share their Williams journeys.

Connect With a Student

“One of my most meaningful experiences at Williams has been designing a Winter Study research project with a classmate—taking an idea that intrigued us and turning it into real fieldwork plans.”

Melat ’28 Seattle, WA

Melat Kassahun poses in a Williams sweatshirt

“The experience of constant, immense support that I’ve felt at Williams has been incredibly special to me.”

Jadyn ’28 San Diego, CA

Jadyn Ganss shows off her Williams sweatshirt while standing on a beach at sunset

“At Williams, professors are more than just lecturers—they go above and beyond in making you feel welcome and pushing you to be the most successful and fulfilled student you can be.”

Josh ’26 Dallas, TX