Williams College Programs & Rankings

This group shows varied outcomes, with Algebra and Number Theory achieving strong earnings of $87,931 and ranking #21 nationally with a value score of 90.3. Biology earns $55,503 while ranking #102 nationally, indicating more moderate market outcomes for life sciences graduates.

Analytical Chemistry delivers $57,466 with a #11 national ranking and exceptional #1 state ranking. The group spans from moderate to strong earnings, reflecting diverse post-graduation pathways including graduate school preparation.

Best suited for students balancing intellectual curiosity with career market considerations.

This group demonstrates exceptional performance at Williams, with Applied Economics ranking #14 nationally and delivering $115,082 median earnings, while American Government and Politics ranks #11 nationally with $79,779 earnings. Psychology ranks #19 nationally at $57,158, showing strong outcomes across diverse career paths.

These programs consistently achieve top-tier value scores, with American Government scoring 96.6 and Psychology scoring 94.8, indicating excellent return on investment. This group is well-suited for students prioritizing policy, research, and analytical career pathways with strong liberal arts preparation.

These programs demonstrate Williams' exceptional strength in liberal arts education, with Art History achieving a remarkable #2 national ranking and $72,010 median earnings alongside a 99.6 value score. American History ranks #10 nationally with $72,283 earnings, while English Literature ranks #14 nationally at $56,571.

Foreign language programs show more variable outcomes, with Catalan Language earning $49,644. This group excels in developing critical thinking and communication skills, best suited for students pursuing graduate study, education, or careers valuing analytical and writing abilities.

African Studies represents this category with a #10 national ranking and #1 state ranking, producing median earnings of $67,794 with a value score of 80.4. The program graduates 21 students annually, reflecting specialized focus within Williams' curriculum.

This represents interdisciplinary approaches combining cultural, historical, and social science methodologies. Best suited for students seeking specialized knowledge in area studies with potential pathways to graduate school, international work, or policy careers requiring cultural expertise.