Mary Baldwin University
Mary Baldwin University is a private research university in Staunton, Virginia, enrolling about 1,090 students. Federal completion data covers about 40 program areas at this campus. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $44,427 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $34,152
- 2024 Average Net Price: $12,756 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,090 83.1% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 39.30%
Mary Baldwin University: what the data shows
Common questions about Mary Baldwin University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Mary Baldwin University?
Mary Baldwin University is located in Staunton, VA (ZIP 24401).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Mary Baldwin University public or private?
Mary Baldwin University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Mary Baldwin University cost?
Published tuition: $34,152.
Average net price after aid: $12,756.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $12,717 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $9,527 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $11,537 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $14,801 |
| $110,001+ | $14,806 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $136,608.
How big is Mary Baldwin University?
Total enrollment: 1,090 students.
About 83% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Mary Baldwin University?
150%-time completion rate: 39.30%.
First-year retention: 66.8%.
What do graduates of Mary Baldwin University earn?
Median earnings: $39,075 six years after entry; $44,427 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $26,586.
55.32% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Mary Baldwin University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (549 completions)
- CIP 422814 (64 completions)
- CIP 520201 (46 completions)
- General Psychology (38 completions)
- CIP 510912 (38 completions)
- Liberal Arts & Sciences (32 completions)
- CIP 512308 (29 completions)
- CIP 500501 (25 completions)
- CIP 512306 (24 completions)
- CIP 500599 (23 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Mary Baldwin University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 39.30%; median earnings $44,427 at 10 years; net price $12,756. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$34,152
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Mary Baldwin University was $34,152.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$12,756
2024 Value
In 2024 Mary Baldwin University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $12,756.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$51,024 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$12,756 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$136,608 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Mary Baldwin University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
55.32% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
70.68% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Mary Baldwin University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Mary Baldwin University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $28,720 | $28,720 | $18,988 |
| 2014 | $29,595 | $29,595 | $16,377 |
| 2015 | $30,331 | $30,331 | $18,653 |
| 2016 | $30,635 | $30,635 | $17,157 |
| 2017 | $31,110 | $31,110 | $17,850 |
| 2018 | $31,110 | $31,110 | $16,460 |
| 2019 | $31,110 | $31,110 | $16,982 |
| 2020 | $31,110 | $31,110 | $18,354 |
| 2021 | $31,140 | $31,140 | $17,514 |
| 2022 | $32,036 | $32,036 | $18,390 |
| 2023 | $33,157 | $33,157 | $17,833 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
83.1% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Mary Baldwin University in 2024 is 1,090 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
66.8%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
31.71% 100% Completion Time
39.30% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 31.71% of students graduating from Mary Baldwin University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Mary Baldwin University.
Return on Investment
$26,586 Median Student Debt
$44,427 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
59.84% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
770.71% Return on Investment
6.0 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Mary Baldwin University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
CIP 42.2814: 64 completions
CIP 52.0201: 46 completions
General Psychology: 38 completions
CIP 51.0912: 38 completions
Liberal Arts & Sciences: 32 completions
CIP 51.2308: 29 completions
CIP 50.0501: 25 completions
CIP 51.2306: 24 completions
CIP 50.0599: 23 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 549 completions
Most popular programs at Mary Baldwin University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Mary Baldwin University graduates.
About
Mary Baldwin University is a private non-profit institution located in Staunton, VA, offering 40 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 1,090 students. The institution maintains a 39.30% graduation rate. Approximately 55.32% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Staunton, VA 24401
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 39.30% graduation rate at Mary Baldwin University falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
FAQ
How much does Mary Baldwin University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $34,152 and average net price is $12,756 in the latest College Scorecard data.
What do graduates of Mary Baldwin University earn?
Median earnings are $39,075 six years after entry and $44,427 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Mary Baldwin University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 39.3% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Mary Baldwin University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $26,586.
How big is Mary Baldwin University?
Total enrollment is about 1,090 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Mary Baldwin University public or private?
Mary Baldwin University is a private nonprofit institution located in Staunton, VA.
Is Mary Baldwin University an HBCU?
No. Mary Baldwin University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Mary Baldwin University a tribal college?
No. Mary Baldwin University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Mary Baldwin University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Mary Baldwin University does not meet that proxy (reported share 9.3%).
Is Mary Baldwin University religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Mary Baldwin University: Presbyterian Church (USA).
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.