Overview
Student Population
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Fredericksburg, Virginia |
| Online | umw.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Small Suburban |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Fredericksburg, Virginia, University of Mary Washington is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 6,018 prospective students applied, and 4,543 were granted admission. Of those admitted 775 enrolled in the school. 3,554 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 739 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2020/2021, excluding room and board, is $8,678 plus fees of $5,167. Mary Washington College is ranked 259 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2022 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Mary Washington College is rated within the top 36% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for University of Mary Washington within the 2022 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#259 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#80 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#10 in Best Colleges in Virginia
#7 in Best Public Colleges in Virginia
#445 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#14 in Best Value Colleges in Virginia
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1090/1270 |
| ACT | 23/30 |
| Weighted GPA | 3.64 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Feb 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $50 |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Virginia Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $5,167 |
| Room and Board | $11,734 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,259 |
| Total One Year Cost | $30,038 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $5,167 |
| Room and Board | $11,734 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,259 |
| Total One Year Cost | $46,695 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 19% |
| Business | 12% |
| General Studies | 11% |
| English and Literature | 11% |
| Psychology | 8% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=232681 IPEDS survey data for University of Mary Washington.
Current students may use the University of Mary Washington GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.