. y t i l i b i s s o p e e S See for yourself. CAMPUS COLLABORATION There is always something happening at Mary Baldwin, but it’s good to know that we’re within easy driving distance of several colleges and universities, where you can catch big-name concerts and guest speakers as well as find diverse social events.
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Mary Baldwin University does not discriminate on the basis of sex (except that only women are admitted to Mary Baldwin College for Women) nor does the University discriminate on the basis of race, national or ethnic origin, color, age, disability, religion, veteran’s status or sexual orientation in its educational programs, admissions, co-curricular or other activities or employment practices. Inquiries may be directed to Director of Human Resources, P.O. Box 1500, Mary Baldwin University, Staunton, Virginia 24402, 540-887-7367. CHARLOTTE REV 08/16
Average class size
17
Students from Virginia
49%
42% White 32% Black/African American 11% Hispanic 6% Two or more races 5% Asian
E THNIC DIVERSITY
Overall University: 1,666 Enrollment 2015–16 Undergraduate College for Women
650
as Augusta Female Seminary; became Mary Baldwin Seminary in 1895. Renamed Mary Baldwin College in 1923; became Mary Baldwin University in 2016.
1842 Founded in
basketball, cross country, soccer, softball, tennis, track and field, volleyball NCAA Division III Sports USA South Athletic Conference
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• Phi Beta Kappa (PBK): Only 256 institutions have been approved to house the nation’s most prestigious academic honor society. • Omicron Delta Kappa (ODK): The national leadership honor society established its first circle at a women’s college at MBC in 1976. • President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll • Barron’s Best Buys in College Education • Military Friendly School designation by Victory Media • The Princeton Review “Best in the Southeast” • College of Distinction designation for engaged students, great teaching, and successful outcomes • U.S. News & World Report “Best Regional University in the South”
NATIONAL PROPS
You have a different way of looking at things. You’re not afraid to question the way it has always been done. You use the past as a guide to push toward what can be. Let’s get started turning your big
ideas into action.
How we do it at MBU EXPERT FACULTY
Listen to them. But also talk. And work right alongside them.
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LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES 570 positions. Develop your individual style.
FLEXIBILITY
To suggest an internship. To speed up your studies. To explore.
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JOBS AND INTERNSHIPS
On campus and afar. Build your resume while you learn.
INTERCULTURAL EXPERIENCES 9 international school partners. Fulbright scholars. Study abroad scholarships.
A private university is affordable
AVERAGE COST OF A MARY BALDWIN EDUCATION AFTER FINANCIAL AID
AVERAGE COST OF A PUBLIC COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY IN VIRGINIA
003723
MBU FAFSA CODE
OF MBU UNDERGRADUATES RECEIVE FINANCIAL AID including campus employment, scholarships, the Virginia Tuition Assistance Grant, and federal and state aid.
5-YEAR PROGRAMS
Tests required for admission
Why a women’s college?
90 % 81 % 75
African-American Studies (m) American Studies (M,m) Anthropology (m) Art History (m) Art – Studio (M,m) Art Education (m) Arts Management (M) Asian Studies (m) * Biology (M,m) * Biochemistry (M) * Business (M,m) * Business Economics (M) Chemistry (M,m) Clinical Laboratory Science (M) Communication (m) Creative Writing (m) Criminal Justice (M,m) Economics (M,m) Education (m) English (M,m) Exercise Leadership (m) Film (m) Francophone Studies (m) Global Poverty and Development (m) Health Care Administration (M,m) * Health Sciences (M) Historic Preservation (m) History (M,m) History – Public (m) Human Resource Management (m) International Affairs (M) Latin American Literatures and Cultures (m) Leadership Studies (m) Liberal Arts and Educational Studies (M) Management (m) Marketing (m) Marketing and Communication (M) * Mathematics (M,m) * Mathematics – Applied (M) Music (m) Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution (m) Performing Arts (M) Philosophy (m) * Physics (M,m) Political Science (M,m) * Psychology (M,m) Public Health (m) Religious Leadership and Ministry (m) Religious Studies (m) Sexuality and Gender Studies (m) Special Education (m) **Social Work (M) Sociology (M,m) Theatre (m) U.S. Poverty Analysis (m) Women’s Studies (m)
Aerospace Studies Civic Engagement Interdisciplinary Studies Japanese Military Science Naval Science Nursing (RN to BSN) Physical and Health Education Spanish
DON’T SKIP THE FAFSA. The only way to know if you’re eligible is to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.
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ADDITIONAL DISCIPLINES
>95%
10,937
M=MAJOR, m=MINOR
* Bachelor of Science also offered **Bachelor of Social Work
The average student’s cost to attend Mary Baldwin is competetive with the cost to attend a public college or university.
8,831
MAJORS & MINORS
SAT
BELIEVE THE FINANCIAL INVESTMENT THEY MADE IN COLLEGE WAS WORTH IT.
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WRITING
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ACT WITH
WRITING
Education (BA/MAT and BA/MEd) Shakespeare and Performance (BA/MLitt) Applied Mathematics/Engineering (BS/MS with UVa) Nursing (BS/BSN with Vanderbilt)
Exclusive Living/ Learning Opportunities EDUCATION LEADERS 3-year BA+MAT
MURPHY DEMING SCHOLARS – HEALTH SCIENCES 3-year BA
SHAKESPEARE AND PERFORMING ARTS BA+master’s
VS. 65%
2015 entering class
FELT WELL-PREPARED FOR THEIR FIRST JOB (compared to public college graduates)
3.43 AVERAGE GPA
VS. 60%
23 ACT 1500 SAT
EASILY ADAPTED TO CAREER CHANGES (compared to public college graduates)
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Source: Comparative Alumnae Research Study, Hardwick-Day, 2012 Learn more at womenscolleges.org
WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS BA+mini MBA
PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL PREPARATION
Pre-Law Pre-Medicine Pre-Occupational Therapy Pre-Physical Therapy Pre-Physician Assistant GRADUATE PROGRAMS
I am thankful daily not only for the personal lessons and support I received as a student, but also for the high expectations that faculty and staff set for me.” COURTNEY LEARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER
Education Occupational Therapy Physical Therapy Physician Assistant Shakespeare and Performance
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