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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Does an MCPS/W cluster boy with a 4.0/4.7 GPA and 1570 SAT, good but not amazing ECs and no other hooks have a chance of getting in RD at William and Mary? 
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I don't know, but good luck! My son is a freshman this year and he loves the school! I don't think how good they really are is accurately conveyed through admissions and usnews rankings.  It's been so beyond expectations this year. There is a coziness and kindness to the school with really smart and focused students. The students even share opportunities with each other. Its a very collaborative place. 
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Parent of freshman male. He is so happy there, has made a lot of friends and loves that he gets to talk to his professors when he needs to. He has a study group for the toughest class and says kids help each other. Could not be happier but agree with other posters. Important to visit and see if it’s the right fit for the kid’s personality. Also demonstrate interest and by all means schedule an interview. [/quote]

Are there opportunities at W&M for athletes that are serious about their sports but not good enough for D1?  I am the mom of a very athletic son - and being part of a team is important for him even though he is not good enough for D1. [/quote]

Yes.  W&M has very strong club teams in several sports - when I mean strong, I mean popular with the kids.  My DS was on the Club Swim team.  They repeatedly win most active club at W&M.  They have social events almost weekly - both dry (no alcohol) and "wet" (with alcohol.)  My DS describes club swim like summer swim here in the DMV.  You have the real serious kids and the ones that there just for the social aspect.

The club teams compete against club teams at other universities.  They will travel to the other schools, or the schools will travel to W&M.  My DS did several overnight trips.  Part of the fees that are mandatory for all students go to club teams and pay for things like the transportation to the competitions.

Here is a link to all the club teams.
https://www.wm.edu/offices/wellness/campusrec/programs/sportclubs/

Fun fact: The president of the university, Katherine Rowe, played ultimate frisbee and she can really throw a frisbee!  I think she's a big supporter of the club frisbee team.

In addition to the club sports, W&M also has a very active intramural program.  I believe they have different levels within the programs.  My DS was always talking about trying to win the intramural championship and the winners got a t-shirt.

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