C+
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Academics
    C+
  2. Value
    B
  3. Diversity
    B
  4. Campus
    B-
  5. Athletics
    C
  6. Party Scene
    D+
  7. Professors
    B-
  8. Location
    B-
  9. Dorms
    B-
  10. Campus Food
    C+
  11. Student Life
    C
  12. Safety
    A
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Mary Baldwin University is ...
Private not-for-profit, Presbyterian
Athletic Division
NCAA Division III (without football)
Athletic Conference
USA South Athletic Conference
Address
101 E Frederick St
Staunton, VA 24401
Website
marybaldwin.edu

Mary Baldwin University Rankings

Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate
97%
SAT Range
860-1140
ACT Range
19-25
Application Fee
$0
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Required
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Test Scores and GPA for Mary Baldwin University

Cost

Net Price
$19,152/ year
National
$15,403
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Net Price by Household Income
  • <$30k
    $16,450/ year
  • $30-48k
    $17,751/ year
  • $49-75k
    $19,033/ year
  • $76-110k
    $22,456/ year
  • $110k+
    $23,186/ year

Academics

Professors
B-
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
12:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
81%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.27 responses
73%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.26 responses
77%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.26 responses

Majors

Most Popular Majors
  • Business Administration and Management
    44 Graduates
  • Psychology
    35 Graduates
  • Social Work and Youth Services
    21 Graduates
  • Biology
    20 Graduates
  • Liberal Arts and Humanities
    20 Graduates
  • English
    18 Graduates
  • History
    15 Graduates
  • Criminology
    12 Graduates
  • North American Studies
    12 Graduates
  • Studio Arts
    12 Graduates

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
897Undergrads
Undergrads Over 25
19%
Pell Grant
62%
Varsity Athletes
8%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 15 responses
Report
  • Dedicated, intelligent, and hard working female
    73%
  • Female, religious, maybe international
    20%
  • Dropout, Moody, Mentally unstable due to previous
    7%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
95%
Poll
91%
of students say they don't have Greek life.34 responses
Poll
60%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.52 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 16 responses
Report
  • Small
    44%
  • Dedicated
    31%
  • Friendly
    25%

After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$36,800/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
37%
National
48%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
90%
National
83%
89%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.19 responses
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Mary Baldwin University Reviews

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Mary Baldwin University, what could I say in order to give you a picture of campus life. The students body are as diverse, as is the exceptional variety of courses offered. I believe growing up in Staunton I was in awe of the history surrounding the school.. Within the small town of Staunton, you cannot help but be in awe of such a picturesque campus, steeped in a long history of excellence. Now that it is no longer a Girls Only School, my dream has come true!
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My current experience so far has been very enjoyable. Mary Baldwin College is now Mary Baldwin University so there has been a small name change o reflect the growth of the school. The thing that I like most about Mary Baldwin is that the school is very diverse and enjoys being that way. There is a mixture of people, sexuality, religion, and so much more that allows students to learn and grow together in ways unimaginable.
All of the professors here are very passionate about what they are teaching, as well as being knowledgeable in their fields of study. Many of the classes are small, so professors are willing to spend time with students to help them understand course materials.
The campus is gorgeous and there is always an event happening in town (which is adorable, by the way). There is a Walmart nearby and always somebody headed there. Largest class I've had contained 60 students, your professors know you by name and are looking for the best for you. Scheduling and housing can be a bit confusing the first time you do it, but I'm sure that is the same across the board with other universities.