Mary Baldwin College

Overview

Mary Baldwin University, founded in 1842 and located in Staunton, Virginia, is a private liberal arts institution that was originally established as the Augusta Female Seminary. Situated on a hill overlooking the scenic Shenandoah Valley, the university's campus encompasses historic red-brick buildings reflective of classical architectural styles and is approximately a two-hour drive from both Richmond, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Mary Baldwin offers a coeducational environment and is composed of multiple schools that provide undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees, including programs in health sciences, education, and Shakespeare studies through the American Shakespeare Center. Known for its personalized academic approach, the university maintains a moderate level of application selectivity. Residential life is an integral part of the student experience at Mary Baldwin, with a range of on-campus housing options. While the university supports various student athletics, it is not predominately recognized for its sports teams.

  1,463 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 494 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $31,611 plus fees of $425. MBC is ranked 1040 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.