Formerly known as Murray Scholars or College Scholars, the 1693 Scholars are a small cohort of students, chosen through a rigorous selection process. These students, numbering fewer than ten per class, receive a research stipend, scholarship funding, and live together in the Murray House. The average 1693 Scholar ranked in the top 1% of their high school class and scored above 1500 on the math and verbal sections of the SAT. On campus, their research and academic pursuits provide unique opportunities to marry their personal aspirations with the mission and vision of William & Mary.
Murray House, located at 101 Chandler Court, celebrated its opening in 2013. 2024 marked the 20th anniversary of the program, initiating its 100th scholar into the selective community.
Materials in the Special Collections Research Center
1693 Scholars, 2009-2018 | Special Collections Research Center (President Reveley III Papers)
The Flat Hat, William & Mary News, and Alumni Gazette:
- Largest commitment in W&M history will fund merit-based scholarships WMN, 9/6/2002, pg. 1, 3.
- Donation to aid scholars FH, 9/6/2002, pg. 1, 3.
References
- 1693 Scholars Program finds a home, William & Mary News, 1 October 2013.
- 1693 Scholars webpage.
- 1693 Scholars Program Celebrates 20 Years of Community, Curiosity by Naomi Teferra