Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
86.26%
SAT Average
1,241
ACT Range
23-31
University of Mary Washington Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 86.26%. This means approximately 863 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 3,504 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
86.26%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $14,559 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $31,479 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $29,234 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $21,108 | State avg: $17,997. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 20.24% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 30.75% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of Mary Washington Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$31,479
Room and board
$14,040
Books and supplies
$1,200
Other expenses
$2,750
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$29,234
Average net price
$21,108
Average aid coverage
28%
$8,126 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of Mary Washington pays approximately $21,108 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Virginia average of $17,997 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University of Mary Washington?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Virginia and national averages.
University of Mary Washington net price
$21,108
Virginia average
$17,997
National average
$17,506
University of Mary Washington Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $31,479 and average net price at $21,108. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$31,479
Current net price
$21,108
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
67.38%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$60,613
Undergraduates
3,504
10-Year Median Earnings - University of Mary Washington vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of Mary Washington graduates earn about 1.4x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of Mary Washington?
Undergraduates
3,504
Completion rate
67.38%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
20.24%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
30.75%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 20.24% of University of Mary Washington students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 30.75% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of Mary Washington
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use University of Mary Washington's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of Mary Washington lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
University of Mary Washington is listed at 1301 College Ave, Fredericksburg, VA 22401-5300. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare University of Mary Washington with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Mary Washington | 86.26% | $31,479 | $21,108 | $60,613 |
| Washington and Lee University | 17.36% | $64,525 | $23,911 | $94,810 |
| Chamberlain University-Virginia | 100.00% | $20,462 | Not available | $92,405 |
| University of Virginia-Main Campus | 16.86% | $58,014 | $22,881 | $86,863 |
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University | 57.03% | $36,694 | $23,790 | $81,698 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of Mary Washington's acceptance rate?
University of Mary Washington's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 86.26%.
How much is University of Mary Washington tuition?
University of Mary Washington's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $31,479.
What is University of Mary Washington's average net price?
University of Mary Washington's average net price in the local dataset is $21,108.
What is University of Mary Washington's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $60,613 for University of Mary Washington.
Is University of Mary Washington accredited?
University of Mary Washington's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend University of Mary Washington?
The local dataset lists 3,504 undergraduate students at University of Mary Washington.
What percentage of University of Mary Washington students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of Mary Washington in the local dataset is 20.24%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of Mary Washington?
The federal loan rate for University of Mary Washington in the local dataset is 30.75%.
Where should I verify University of Mary Washington data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of Mary Washington or the latest official federal education data.