Welcome to MBU!
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We’re so excited to welcome you to the Mary Baldwin University community. We know you have many options when it comes to choosing a college – we’re honored you’ve chosen us.
We believe MBU is the perfect place for you to achieve your academic and personal goals. We offer a variety of innovative programs and a supportive learning environment made for you!
What’s next
Use our step-by-step checklist to make sure you’re ready to go on the first day of classes.
Pay your $X deposit by May 1 to confirm your enrollment at Mary Baldwin University! Deposits are applied to your student account.
Soon after, you’ll receive an email with information about setting up your MBU email and MyMBU account – so be on the lookout! –I’M GUESSING HERE…
Find out what happening at MBU. Follow us on IG to stay in the loop!
- Main Instagram: @marybaldwinuniversity
- Admissions Instagram: @mbuadmissions
After you pay your deposit, we’ll send your MBU username and password (PIN) to the email address in your application. Use will use the same login credentials for your MBU Gmail and MyMBU account.
MBU Gmail
Stay connected with important updates and announcements by regularly checking your MBU Gmail account. All correspondence related to your studies will be sent to this email address.
MyMBU online portal
The MyMBU portal provides a wealth of important information, including the academic calendar, billing and account details, course syllabi, forms and documents, grades, and your schedule (when available).
Need help?
Call the Office of Information Technology at 540-887-7075.
Submit your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form to be eligible for student loans, grants, work-study, and scholarships. It doesn’t have any downsides and won’t affect your credit score.
Our code is 003723.
Questions?
Visit Cost & Aid for more information, including our FAFSA FAQs.
If you have not done so already, please request your official transcripts be sent to MBU. You can email your transcripts to admit@marybaldwin.edu or digitally request them via Parchment, eScrip-Safe, or Clearinghouse.
You can also mail print copies to:
Mary Baldwin University
Office of Admissions
101 E Frederick Street
Staunton, VA 24401
Undergraduate Students
The vast majority of first-year undergraduates will live in a house with other students from the same Signature Neighborhood. The Signature Neighborhoods are:
- Business & Technology
- Health & Science
- Education & Society
- Creativity & Design
Which house is right for you? Explore the Neighborhoods to find out!
You can also apply to live in one of the following houses:
- Ida B. Wells – Women of African descent
- La Casa Rosario Castellanos – Women of Hispanic heritage
- Umoja – Women committed to celebrating and exploring African American history and culture
- Virginia Women’s Institute for Leadership (VWIL) – All-female corps of cadets
Visit the links above for more details, including application deadlines.
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Housing for Graduate Students
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Housing Form (Residential & Commuters Only)
All students, including commuters, are required to fill out the housing form. To access the form, please log into your MyMBU account and navigate to the StarRez Portal. If you’re using your phone, be sure to select the drop-down menu to find your housing form.
For any assistance, reach out to The Office of Residence Life and Housing at reslife@marybaldwin.edu or 540-887-7329.
Intent to Pay Form
The Intent to Pay form is a commitment to cover any costs not covered by grants, scholarships, or loans. Both the student and a parent or guardian need to sign this form. To complete it, download and print the form. After signing it, upload the completed form.
If you have any questions, contact the Student Accounts Office at lfretwell@marybaldwin.edu or 540-887-7364. —WHERE IS FORM?
Health Form
Download the health forms. You’ll need a printer and your medical information for this. It’s important to note that student-athletes and VWIL cadets must have a current physical examination and should bring the health form to their doctor’s appointment for completion. Once your forms are filled out, save them as PDF files and upload them to Sentry MD, our secure records vendor that manages health records.
If you need assistance, reach out to Sentry MD representatives at mbu@SentryMD.com. —Whare are forms? How do they upload to Sentry MD
Student Privacy (FERPA) Form
The FERPA form (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) allows you to designate another person to access your academic records while you’re at Mary Baldwin. To complete this form, follow the instructions provided through MyMBU.
For additional help, see the Office of the Registrar.
Now it’s time to enroll in your desired courses. Please check your MBU email for communication from your advisor. Your advisor will provide next steps and assist you with registering for classes for the first time. Of course, you are welcome to set up a meeting with your advisor every semester to register for courses if you so choose.
Once the semester begins, you’ll need to reach out to your advisor to add or drop courses. You can drop a course during the first week without any charges, but after that point, there may be fees involved.
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Canvas for online courses
If you’re taking online courses or are enrolled in an online program, you will need to create a Canvas account. Canvas is a user-friendly and intuitive learning management system. Please note that online courses typically become accessible on the first day of classes. If you don’t see your courses listed before the semester begins, there’s no need to worry. Rest assured that you will gain access to your course materials and assignments when the semester officially starts. — HOW DO THEY SET UP CANVAS
Make sure to order your books early! You can find your required books through the MBU Bookstore. If you’re unsure about the specific books needed, contact your instructor.
If you plan to use financial aid funds for purchasing books, email the Student Accounts Office at studentaccounts@marybaldwin.edu to request a book voucher. Please include your ID number in the email. It’s important to complete this step as soon as possible to set up the voucher.
Attend Accepted Student Day!
Join us on campus for one of our admitted student open houses on February 22 or April 5, 2025.
Can’t attend?
No worries! Sign up for a campus visit on a day that works for you.
MBU swag and digital goodies!
Stock up on Mary Baldwin Swag
Stop by the bookstore on campus or shop our online store.
Use your 25% discount: “MADEFORYOU25”
Download digital goodies
Share your excitement on your social channels with #MBU29. Download our digital MBU designs to give your posts a little extra flair.
One Mary Baldwin, many experiences
Whether you’re living and studying on our main campus, taking health sciences classes in Fishersville, or enrolled in a fully online program, Mary Baldwin has a student experience tailor-made for you.