Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 95.8%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 96.6%
- Retention Rate
- 96.5%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $88,665
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $12,761
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 6:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 81.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $135/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $96,183 | $12,208 |
| Economics. | Bachelor | $76,460 | $12,925 |
| Social Sciences, Other. | Bachelor | $68,219 | |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor | $53,358 | $13,807 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor | $51,482 | $10,750 |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor | $49,644 | |
| History. | Bachelor | $49,464 | |
| Area Studies. | Bachelor | $44,384 | |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor | $40,461 | $13,125 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor | $38,289 | $11,850 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $34,704 | $13,416 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $33,993 | $13,492 |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor | $25,525 | $12,000 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences. | Bachelor | $25,053 |
Outcomes Overview
Williams graduates earn a median of $88,665 ten years after graduation, which puts their debt-to-earnings ratio at just 14.4% with a median debt of $12,761. Monthly loan payments of $135 represent only 1.8% of typical monthly income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 96.6% graduation rate and 91.6% employment rate reflect the college's strong alumni network in finance, consulting, academia, and the arts. Many graduates head to Wall Street or top graduate programs, following alumni like composer Stephen Sondheim and former Yankees owner George Steinbrenner. With such low debt burdens and high earning potential, Williams delivers a strong return on investment for families who can afford the steep upfront costs.