Admissions & Aid

At Mary Baldwin, we equip you with everything you need to navigate a dynamic global economy and pursue a meaningful, high-impact career. You’ll learn from real-world experts and mentors who are invested in your success. With small class sizes, professors will know your name and goals — and be there to fuel your growth and help you tackle every challenge along the way.

You’ll also be introduced to a robust alumni network of trailblazing professionals ranging from data scientists to neurosurgeons, teachers, social entrepreneurs, Broadway actors, and executive coaches.

At MBU we guarantee you’ll have all the support you need to take your academics, life, and career to the next level.

Welcome, Class of 2029!

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Top 10%

for social mobility by U.S. News & World Report

>95%

students receiving financial aid or scholarships

$16 million

awarded in aid each year

100%

students receiving personalized career support

Undergraduate Residential Admissions

Join us on our Staunton campus for a exciting student experience unlike any other. As a first-year applicant, you’ll select a Signature Neighborhood and participate in curated living and learning experiences that facilitate human connection and life-long success.

Questions? Contact your Admissions Counselor for guidance.

Online Program Admissions

Online degree programs offer flexibility, convenience, and the ability to more easily balance work-life commitments. At Mary Baldwin, we offer a range of undergraduate, graduate, and certificate online programs designed to meet the needs of today’s dynamic job market.

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Graduate Admissions

Making the decision to go to graduate school is both exciting and very different from the process of selecting your undergraduate institution. We want to make sure that you have all the information you need to make the best decision for your future.

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Financing your future

We work hard to make an MBU education one of the most affordable in the country. 95% percent of MBU students receive scholarship awards or financial aid. And MBU helps you get your degree faster by maximizing transfer credits and translating relevant work and life experiences into course credits.

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Early-Start Program Admissions

Early College

Early College is a coed program for bright 16 and 17-year-old students. Skip your last years of high school and join our vibrant campus community.

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Program for the Exceptionally Gifted (PEG)

PEG is a residential program designed to support exceptionally gifted females ages 12 to 16. Get a jump start on college in a safe, supportive environment.

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