University of Mary Washington Acceptance Rate & Tuition
University of Mary Washington is a public research university in Fredericksburg, Virginia, serving roughly 3,566 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 79.78% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $60,613 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $14,640
- 2024 Average Net Price: $20,667 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 79.78% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 3,566 86.9% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 66.41%
- Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
- First-Generation Students: 24.8%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 2.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 4.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 68.0%
- Average SAT Score: 1272
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 4,001
- Applicants (IPEDS): 4,606
- Room & Board: $14,250 annual estimate
University of Mary Washington: what the data shows
Common questions about University of Mary Washington, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of Mary Washington?
University of Mary Washington is located in Fredericksburg, VA (ZIP 22401-5300).
NCES locale classification: Rural distant.
Is University of Mary Washington public or private?
University of Mary Washington is a Public institution.
How much does University of Mary Washington cost?
Published tuition: $14,640 in-state, $27,560 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $20,667.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $10,304 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $11,061 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $15,477 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $26,212 |
| $110,001+ | $30,986 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $58,560.
How hard is it to get into University of Mary Washington?
Admission rate: 79.78%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1272 and midpoint ACT 29.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of Mary Washington?
Total enrollment: 3,566 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 4,001 students.
Graduate enrollment: 166 students.
About 87% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of Mary Washington?
150%-time completion rate: 66.41%.
First-year retention: 84.4%.
What do graduates of University of Mary Washington earn?
Median earnings: $49,411 six years after entry; $60,613 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $20,500.
21.05% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of Mary Washington known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (186 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (86 completions)
- Psychology, General (73 completions)
- Computer and Information Sciences, General (69 completions)
- Communication and Media Studies (56 completions)
- Elementary Education and Teaching (56 completions)
- English Language and Literature, General (42 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (37 completions)
- Political Science and Government, General (36 completions)
- History, General (32 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of Mary Washington a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 79.78%; completion rate 66.41%; median earnings $60,613 at 10 years; net price $20,667. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$14,640
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Mary Washington was $14,640.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$20,667
2024 Value
In 2024 University of Mary Washington had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $20,667.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$82,668 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$20,667 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$58,560 4-Year In-State Tuition
$110,240 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$14,250 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,200 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$30,090 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$120,360 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of Mary Washington.
Financial Aid by Income Level
21.05% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
29.27% 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 University of Mary Washington 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 University of Mary Washington 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 | $9,720 | $22,590 | $17,896 |
| 2014 | $10,312 | $23,598 | $20,595 |
| 2015 | $11,130 | $25,294 | $20,186 |
| 2016 | $11,630 | $26,220 | $21,569 |
| 2017 | $12,128 | $27,374 | $21,227 |
| 2018 | $12,714 | $28,648 | $21,483 |
| 2019 | $13,270 | $29,696 | $21,907 |
| 2020 | $13,845 | $30,502 | $23,193 |
| 2021 | $13,830 | $30,256 | $22,547 |
| 2022 | $14,234 | $31,154 | $22,066 |
| 2023 | $14,559 | $31,479 | $21,108 |
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.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
79.78% Acceptance Rate
4,606 Total Applicants
3,973 Students Admitted
758 First-Time Students Enrolled
19.08% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1272
ACT Average: 29
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.3 - 3.5
Estimated Median GPA: 3.40
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
University of Mary Washington reported total enrollment of about 3,566 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 36% male and 64% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (59.3%), Hispanic or Latino (13.0%), and Black or African American (8.2%). About 21.05% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 24.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
86.9% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of Mary Washington in 2024 is 3,566 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 4,001 students. Graduate enrollment is about 166 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
84.4%
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.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 59.3%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
57.39% 100% Completion Time
66.41% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 57.39% of students graduating from University of Mary Washington completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business Administration and Management, General: 52% male / 48% female
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 23% male / 77% female
- Psychology, General: 15% male / 85% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for University of Mary Washington.
Return on Investment
$20,500 Median Student Debt
$60,613 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
33.82% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
633.21% Return on Investment
3.4 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of Mary Washington.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 34 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 186 completions
2. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 86 completions
3. Psychology, General: 73 completions
4. Computer and Information Sciences, General: 69 completions
5. Communication and Media Studies: 56 completions
6. Elementary Education and Teaching: 56 completions
7. English Language and Literature, General: 42 completions
8. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 37 completions
9. Political Science and Government, General: 36 completions
Most popular programs at University of Mary Washington.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of Mary Washington graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Mary Washington from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 68.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $9,957
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $11,398
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of Mary Washington is a public institution located in Fredericksburg, VA, classified as Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General. Enrollment is approximately 3,566 students. Student body composition includes White (59.3%), Hispanic or Latino (13.0%), Black or African American (8.2%). The admission rate is 79.78%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1272. The 150%-time completion rate is 66.41%. Approximately 21.05% of students receive Pell Grants. About 24.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Location
Fredericksburg, VA 22401-5300
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
University of Mary Washington provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of Mary Washington located?
University of Mary Washington is located in Fredericksburg, VA.
What is University of Mary Washington's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of Mary Washington is 79.8% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 4,606 applicants and 3,973 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of Mary Washington cost?
Reported tuition is $14,640 and average net price is $20,667 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $14,250 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of Mary Washington?
University of Mary Washington reports undergraduate enrollment of about 4,001 students, White (59.3%), Hispanic or Latino (13.0%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of Mary Washington?
About 24.8% of students at University of Mary Washington are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for University of Mary Washington?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, University of Mary Washington reports midpoint SAT about 1272 and midpoint ACT about 29.
What do graduates of University of Mary Washington earn?
Median earnings are $49,411 six years after entry and $60,613 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of Mary Washington?
The 150%-time completion rate is 66.4% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of Mary Washington students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $20,500.
Is University of Mary Washington public or private?
University of Mary Washington is a public institution located in Fredericksburg, VA.
Is University of Mary Washington an HBCU?
No. University of Mary Washington is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of Mary Washington a tribal college?
No. University of Mary Washington is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
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
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- Virginia colleges by ROI
- Southeast regional profile
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- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Virginia
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.