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- FAFSA School Code: 003746
- Phone: (540) 887-7019
- School Homepage
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
74.73%FINANCIAL AID RATE
93%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
14:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$6,148Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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University of Mary Washington
Also known as Mary Washington College
318 Prospect Street, Staunton, VA
Mary Washington College, a public institution, offers a large number of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Fredericksburg, VA, the school offers a suburban setting for students to study in. Enrollment at Mary Washington College is nearly five thousand annually.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Education
- Business And Marketing Studies
- English Language And Literature
- Psychology
- Interdisciplinary Studies
To be considered for admissions, applicants may be required to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school records, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. Either the SAT or ACT exam can be taken in order to be able to apply to Mary Washington College. Scores in a range of 22 - 27 on the ACT or 1550 - 1870 on the SAT are required to increase the chance of acceptance. Mary Washington College accepts approximately 80% of applicants yearly. Of those admitted, around 27% of students attended the school. More information from the admissions office can be found here.
The tuition at University of Mary Washington varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay close to $9,800 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $23,000 annually. Housing may be available for students that want to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $5,600 per year. Mary Washington College may provide financial aid for students who are eligible in the form of scholarships, grants, and loans.
Athletic programs are available at University of Mary Washington through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs offered include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the applicants University of Mary Washington accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at University of Mary Washington is around 4,700 students, where graduate students make up roughly 20% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $20,900. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $50 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition range estimates:
- State Residents: $8,700-$10,000
- Out-of-State: $25,000-$30,120
- Part-time students are charged:
- State Residents: $470-$560 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $1,100-$1,400 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 93% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 89% | $6,321 |
Receiving Student Loans | 50% | $7,183 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, University of Mary Washington may provide services like:- Online course work available
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Employment search assistance
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Music Program
- * Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation (since 1960)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Mary Washington College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Capital Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Capital Athletic Conference)
- Track and Field (Capital Athletic Conference)
- Field Hockey
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Equestrian
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by University of Mary Washington by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, M)
Education
- Education (M)
- Elementary Education (M)
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
History
- History (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Social Sciences
- Geography (B, C)
- Sociology (B)
- International Relations (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Economics (B)
- Anthropology (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Music (B)
- Art History (B)
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to University of Mary Washington.
- St Mary's College of Maryland in Salisbury, MD (57 miles away)
- Shepherd University in Salem, WV (80 miles away)
- College of William and Mary in Bridgewater, VA (83 miles away)
- Longwood University in Lynchburg, VA (85 miles away)
- Christopher Newport University in Lynchburg, VA (101 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003746
- Phone: (540) 887-7019
- School Homepage