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Can I afford to attend Williams College? Yes. Williams recognizes that many students and their parents need help in meeting the financial burden of attending college. While the cost may seem out of reach, the opportunity to attend Williams may be more affordable than you think. For the 2009-2010 academic year, 53% of the student body - those determined by Williams to have financial need - will receive awards ranging from $1,800 to over $52,000 of assistance, depending on their financial situation. The actual price tag (tuition, fees, room and board) is $49,880 for an education that actually costs the College over $80,000 per student. Fortunately, income from the Colleges substantial endowment and from annual giving makes up the difference for all students. Williams is firmly committed to admitting talented students from all backgrounds, regardless of their families financial capabilities. You can apply knowing that your financial aid request will not affect your chances for admission, and that Williams has the resources to fully meet your demonstrated financial need for every year in which you qualify. ? How do I apply for financial aid? Complete the required forms listed on the How to Apply section of our website. ? What happens if my parents are divorced or separated? Williams College believes that the financing of undergraduate education is a parental responsibility and that the Colleges resources should be used to assist students whose family means are clearly lacking. Consequently, it is expected that both natural parents, regardless of their marital or legal status will contribute to the educational costs of Williams according to their ability. It is our policy to require financial information from each parent in order to determine a reasonable contribution toward educational costs. ? What if my parents own a business or farm? If either parent is self-employed or holds and interest in any business or farm, they will provide information about them as part of