Mary Baldwin University
About Mary Baldwin University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Mary Baldwin University is located in Staunton, VA. Tuition is $32,036 per year, serving approximately 1,298 students.
Founded
1842
Location
Staunton, Virginia
Students
1,738
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
39.3%
Below national average
Tuition
$34,152
Per year
Avg Net Price
$12,756
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$44,427
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
39.3% complete their degree within six years
Retention
66.8%
4-Year Grad
39%
6-Year Grad
48%
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
29.9%
$/Student
$11.2K
Class Size
Medium
The 39% graduation rate is below average, but 66.8% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$34,152
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,411
Books & Supplies
$900
Total Cost of Attendance
$45,935
After Financial Aid
$12,756
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$12,717
Receive Grants
55.3%
Take Loans
70.7%
Don't let the $34,152 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $12,756 after financial aid, a 63% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $12,717.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Mary Baldwin University fund their education.
While in School
55.3%
Get Grants
Free money
70.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$32,121
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$26,586
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$282/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $26,586 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $44K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Mary Baldwin University.
Gender
74.8%
Female
25%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,090
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
648
Graduates
40%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
21.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 75% of the student body. 40% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
1,090
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Doctoral
Classification
What This College Offers
4-1-4 calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Mary Baldwin University fields 9 varsity teams with 242 student athletes, about 22% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III without football
Conference
USA South
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
242
22% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
52% / 48%
127
Men
115
Women
7
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Mary Baldwin Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$44,427
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$45K
43 grads
1yr Earnings
Social Work
$38K
33 grads
1yr Earnings
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
—
31 grads
Criminology
$47K
27 grads
4yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$41K
26 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$46K
21 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $39K six years out, growing to $44K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.