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University of Mary Washington

Fredericksburg, Virginia · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$49,411

Acceptance Rate

86%

Graduation Rate

68%

Annual Tuition

$14,559

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of University of Mary Washington earn a median of $60,613 ten years after entry — 12% above the national median. Acceptance rate 86.3%, average SAT score 1272, in-state tuition $14,559.

At a Glance

Total Students

3,504

Retention Rate

82%

Faculty Ratio

13

Financial Aid

31%

Median Debt

$20,500

Campus Setting

Suburban

Institution Type

Public

Admissions: SAT & ACT Scores

Average SAT Score

1,272

SAT Reading/Writing (middle 50%)

610–710

SAT Math (middle 50%)

560–660

ACT Composite (middle 50%)

27–31

Institution Overview

The University of Mary Washington is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 86.3% and a student body of 3,504. The university has a retention rate of 82% and a graduation rate of 68.1%. The average in-state tuition is $14,559.

One year after graduation, alumni earn a median of $40,985, increasing to $49,411 after five years and $60,613 after ten years. The median debt for graduates is $20,500, and 30.8% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$41k

1 YEAR

$49k

5 YEARS

$61k

10 YEARS

Top 35% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, University of Mary Washington alumni earn $40,985. Five years after graduation, earnings increase to $49,411. Ten years after graduation, alumni earn $60,613. The median debt for graduates is $20,500.

The University of Mary Washington has a student body of 3,504 students. The university has an acceptance rate of 86.3% and a graduation rate of 68.1%. The retention rate is 82%. The in-state tuition is $14,559. A total of 30.8% of students receive financial aid.

Popular Programs

Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.

Business Administration, Management and Operations

Graduates 208 / yr
Median Salary $73,187

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Graduates 129 / yr
Median Salary $37,677

Psychology, General

Graduates 102 / yr
Median Salary $28,887

Education, General

Graduates 93 / yr
Median Salary $53,665

Biology, General

Graduates 89 / yr
Median Salary $35,194

Computer and Information Sciences, General

Graduates 66 / yr
Median Salary $76,301

English Language and Literature, General

Graduates 64 / yr
Median Salary $30,540

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

Graduates 52 / yr
Median Salary $76,013

Political Science and Government

Graduates 47 / yr
Median Salary $35,687

Sociology

Graduates 46 / yr
Median Salary $35,499

History

Graduates 43 / yr
Median Salary $31,965

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

Graduates 40 / yr
Median Salary $53,037

Physical Sciences, Other

Graduates 32 / yr
Median Salary $35,464

Mathematics

Graduates 26 / yr
Median Salary $61,247

Fine and Studio Arts

Graduates 25 / yr
Median Salary $24,013

Visual and Performing Arts, General

Graduates 22 / yr
Median Salary $29,130

International Relations and National Security Studies

Graduates 21 / yr
Median Salary $30,357

Economics

Graduates 12 / yr
Median Salary $45,153

Anthropology

Graduates 9 / yr
Median Salary $24,534

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Campus Location

Fredericksburg, Virginia

Fredericksburg, VA 22401-5300

University of Mary Washington is located in Fredericksburg, Virginia. The campus is in a suburban setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

University of Mary Washington has an acceptance rate of 86.3%.