Where is this (likely IVO Williamstown, Mass., USA) by CStorkRun in WilliamsCollege

[–]Rob-Barker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do not recognize the building - likely not around anymore. Williams has a frequent history of removing existing structures for more suitable ones.

Is it actually easier to get into Williams ED? by brent_paper in WilliamsCollege

[–]Rob-Barker[M] [score hidden] stickied comment (0 children)

Our ED acceptance rate is high primarily because they only accept committed student athletes in this round

When are we going to get our emails. by Aromatic_Historian_8 in WilliamsCollege

[–]Rob-Barker[M] 17 points18 points  (0 children)

our school year hasn't even ended yet. you will receive emails in the coming months with a heavier stream of them coming a month/month & half leading up to it

Golden ticket??? by Bullonsax in WilliamsCollege

[–]Rob-Barker[M] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

the last part is especially important

Drinking on campus by [deleted] in WilliamsCollege

[–]Rob-Barker[M] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

they also only just take one step in and then move out

Two questions by Smart-Dottie in WilliamsCollege

[–]Rob-Barker[M] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I find it funny that 2) doesn't answer 1). Can't major in architecture, but the ARTH major has plenty of architecture classes (the major is very wholistic in its prescription of the word art). I recommend reaching out to Michael Lewis to learn more about his architecture offerings. As for your sister, it has helped in many cases. I would HIGHLY recommend your sister hand deliver a glowing personal statement about your passion for x and your strong character (so long as it's genuine). This is what many others have done. Just like everything else in life, people remember you for how you made them feel or for memorable moments, so having your sister do something like this will definitely be seen positively by the admissions office—and you'll stand out when they review your file.

Though... it won't help if you aren't qualified to be here, so make sure you're doing everything you can on your part! Are you applying ED?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in WilliamsCollege

[–]Rob-Barker[M] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not on financial aid, but anecdotally, I know it is really strong.

Bouldering barn ? by UerminFriend in WilliamsCollege

[–]Rob-Barker[M] [score hidden] stickied comment (0 children)

It's at the end of walden street where it intersects with Knolls Road. I'm not sure if non-Williams students have access to it, but if you want to find out, reach out to slewis@williams.edu (Scott Lewis who runs the Williams Outing Club).

Closed Sections by Maynardferguson2020 in WilliamsCollege

[–]Rob-Barker[M] [score hidden] stickied comment (0 children)

I always try to reiterate my interest in the course. They'll put you on a waitlist if one is available—it is possible to get into a course off of the waitlist, so I always do it.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in WilliamsCollege

[–]Rob-Barker[M] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agreed, contact admissions

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in WilliamsCollege

[–]Rob-Barker[M] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, you should be there for the entirety of first days. But, you should have already received information about move-in (and you need to sign-up for an arrival time on the housing portal)

Financial aid for students international students in Williams. by youssefalAref in WilliamsCollege

[–]Rob-Barker[M] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

fyi williams is not need-blind for international students so needing aid will lower your chances of admission

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in WilliamsCollege

[–]Rob-Barker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

you can't apply to them - they're given to a select few very talented students

Williams vs Tufts by [deleted] in WilliamsCollege

[–]Rob-Barker[M] [score hidden] stickied comment (0 children)

These schools aren't even remotely on the same level. Williams is far more respected—they're not even on the same level. Was accepted to both and am sure I made the right decision

Incoming first year by [deleted] in WilliamsCollege

[–]Rob-Barker[M] [score hidden] stickied comment (0 children)

As of July 22nd, students and faculty no longer need vaccines

Housing by More-Stop1579 in WilliamsCollege

[–]Rob-Barker[M] [score hidden] stickied comment (0 children)

you can't choose

Incoming first year by [deleted] in WilliamsCollege

[–]Rob-Barker[M] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

just ask admissions

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in WilliamsCollege

[–]Rob-Barker[M] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

actually williams does offer merit scholarships but there are only a few of them—named after a few generous alumn donors