@MaryWash
WELCOME TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MARY WASHINGTON.
Here, you’ll find students serious about their college education. Faculty who love teaching above all else. Memorable experiences far beyond the classroom and campus. Game-changing opportunities in our nation’s capital and the capital of our Commonwealth, both just down the road. The right size. The right setting. The right value. We’re the right place to make things happen. The world’s got problems. Let’s find solutions. The future’s unclear. Let’s put it in focus. Life’s a series of questions. Let’s find the answers. The path’s not paved. Let’s go off-roading. Together. Take your place @MaryWash.
A GLANCE @MaryWash
We are a vibrant, public university in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Washington, D.C.
You’ll find: • A beautiful, green “campus in the woods” • A thriving city that blends historic and modern
University of Mary Washington
• A short trip to Washington, D.C., or Richmond • A chance to explore Virginia from mountains to beaches
Richmond
4,400+ undergraduate students
400+ graduate students
34 states and many countries represented
26% self-identified minority students
56% on-campus dwellers
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3 colleges (Arts & Sciences, Business, Education)
23 NCAA Division III teams for men and women
1
20
Sammy D.
club sports
Eagle mascot
150+ student clubs and organizations
147
14:1 student/faculty ratio
Over $36M in financial aid in 2017
study abroad programs in 51 countries
<19 students in a typical class
$275 K
0
supporting student research,
teaching assistants
fieldwork, travel and scholarships
replacing faculty
86% faculty with a doctorate or other terminal degree in their field
in the classroom
100 Best Values in Public Colleges Kiplinger’s Personal Finance Magazine
America’s Best Colleges U.S. News & World Report Sixth in the “Top Public Regional Universities – South” category
America’s Top Colleges and Universities
America’s Best Colleges Forbes
The Princeton Review
300 of the “Best and Most Interesting” Colleges and Universities in the Country Fiske Guide to Colleges
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PROGRAMS @MaryWash
At this school, learn is an action verb. We encourage and support the passionate, curious minds at work here. Our students and professors are fearless explorers – and creators – of knowledge. They work together to turn values into vision and ideas into action. You’ll be a great fit at UMW if you’re looking for the following:
Tough, rewarding academics If we didn’t push you, we wouldn’t be doing you any favors.
Small, interactive classes Long, droning lectures? Not here. Most classes are small enough that everyone can join the conversation. Get ready to jump in.
Brilliant, approachable faculty Your professors teach the classes, not TAs. They may be award-winning experts, but they know and care about you, too.
Real, meaningful support Here’s what a 14:1 student/faculty ratio actually means: your professors and advisors have time for you. Their doors are open.
Exciting, useful experiences We’ll help you find your passion – and pursue it. In the classroom, the research lab, the workplace, the community and the world.
It all starts @MaryWash.
Honor System We hold each other accountable at UMW. Students run our honor system, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s simple: No lying. No cheating. No stealing. Period.
PICK YOUR PASSION A college education is an engine. It will drive any career you choose — and you have many choices at UMW.
Majors and Programs
Philosophy
Data Science
Accounting
Philosophy – Pre-Law Concentration
Digital Studies
American Studies
Physics
Economics
Anthropology
Political Science
English Literature
Art History
Psychology
Environmental Sustainability
Biochemistry
Religion
Financial and Quantitative Analysis
Biology
Sociology
French
Business Administration
Spanish
German
Chemistry
Studio Art
Latin American Studies
Classical Civilization
Theatre
Linguistics
Classical Archaeology
Women’s and Gender Studies
Mathematics Middle Eastern Studies
Communication and Digital Studies Computer Science Economics Education English English – Creative Writing Concentration
Minors Actuarial Science Applied Mathematics Arts Administration Asian Studies
Environmental Geology
Biology
Environmental Science – Natural Science
Business Administration
Environmental Science – Social Science
Business German
French Geography Geology German Historic Preservation History Interdisciplinary Science Studies International Affairs International Business Latin Marketing Mathematics Music Nursing (BSN) – dual-degree program with Germanna Community College
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Business French Business Spanish Chemistry Climate Science Computer Science Contemplative Studies Cybersecurity
Museum Studies Music Musical Theatre Neuroscience Physics Practical Ethics Pre-Conservation in Fine Art Security and Conflict Studies Social Justice Spanish Sports Management Urban Studies
Custom Majors
Additional Courses
You also have the option to design a special major
You also can pursue your interests in these areas of study:
that combines courses from two or more academic
Arabic
disciplines into a coherent plan of study. Special majors
Chinese
are developed with a faculty advisor and approved
Dance
by a curriculum committee.
Greek Health Education
Pre-Professional Programs Pre-Dental
Interdisciplinary Studies Italian Military Science
Pre-Law – 3 + 3 program with the Antonin Scalia Law School at George Mason University
Physical Education
Pre-Med – early, conditional acceptance program with the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences, open to students in the Honors Program
Graduate Degrees Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Pre-Pharmacy – 3 + 4 program with Bernard J. Dunn School of Pharmacy at Shenandoah University
Master of Business Administration (EAGLE-MBA)
Pre-Veterinary
Master of Education (M.Ed.)
4 + 1 Program Five-Year Initial Licensure Programs
Master of Education (M.Ed.) for Professional
Honors Program
Feeling extra-motivated? Want to up your academic
Master of Science (M.S.) in Elementary Education
game? The universitywide Honors Program enhances
Master of Geospatial Analysis (MSGA)
the undergraduate learning experience. It’s rigorous, with designated coursework, interdisciplinary seminars, internship experiences, extended research and creative projects, and community service. You’ll get the chance to grow intellectually – and be part of a unique community at UMW.
English as a Second Language UMW partners with International Language Academy (ILA) to provide English as a second language education for prospective undergraduate students. Students not meeting the UMW English language requirement (80 on TOEFL or 6.5 on IELTS), may consider enrolling at ILA. Eligible students who complete their English studies at ILA are guaranteed acceptance into UMW upon successful completion of levels 11 and 12 of the Intensive English Program.
Development or Added Endorsement
97%
of recent grads feel UMW taught them to speak and write effectively
“I participated in a faculty member’s research team for two years at UMW and discovered that I loved it, which changed the trajectory of my entire life. I love being back as a professor now so that I can try to provide those same types of transformational learning opportunities to our current students.” Dr. Holly Hollomon Schiffrin ‘94, Associate Professor of Psychology
“I learned how to be a scholar and think critically across disciplines, which has been the foundation for my success.” Mike Cirami ’98, portfolio manager for $200 billion/year investment corporation Eaton Vance
“I fell in love with UMW when I realized that I could easily have meaningful relationships with professors, other students and staff members. Everywhere I go, I see someone I care about, and that’s what makes Mary Washington feel like home.” Libby Simmons ‘17, English
99%
of recent grads were extremely satisfied with the quality of the faculty at UMW
FREQUENTLY REQUESTED PROGRAMS Biology From botany to all the -ologies, we feed your curiosity about living things and challenge you to find fresh approaches to research.
Business Vision, strategy, finance and the skills to get you started, brought to you by scholars and veterans of Fortune 500 companies.
Computer Science Computer architecture, data management and security, multithreaded programming and software engineering. We’ll get you going, and you’ll show us what’s next.
Education We’ve been training Virginia’s teachers – and leaders in education – since 1908. A love of teaching runs through our veins.
Psychology Get ready to go deep into the human mind, building skills in critical thinking, writing, oral communication and research.
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DISTINCTIVE OPPORTUNITIES First-Year Seminars
Historic Preservation
“Is Trying to be Happier as Futile as
Our area is a living laboratory – so rich
James Farmer Multicultural Center
Trying to be Taller?” There are all kinds
in history. In our historic preservation
We believe in the dignity and worth
of diverse, fascinating topics to tackle
major, one of just a few in the nation,
of every person at UMW. The value
in your first-year seminar. It’s basically
you’ll come to understand the people
of a community rich in diversity, too.
a road trip for your brain. With no
of earlier times through the buildings,
But understanding and appreciation of
more than 15 students per course, it’s
objects and landscapes they left behind.
diversity – in race, gender, nationality,
designed to be small in size – but big
And, you’ll help to preserve those vital,
sexual orientation, religion, age or
on discussion. You’ll learn a ton, make
tangible pieces of history.
culture – doesn’t just happen.
friends and walk away a better writer
The James Farmer Multicultural
and presenter.
Hurley Convergence Center
Center helps educate us on diversity issues, build relationships and create
Knowledge of all things digital is a
a supportive, welcoming environment
Recent First-Year Seminars:
21st-century skill set. The LEED Silver
for all, especially underrepresented
Beyond the Selfie: Exploring Digital Identities
certified Convergence Center is an
students. It’s named for Dr. James L.
“academic commons” with 24/7 access
Farmer, Jr., a key leader of the Civil
Cold Case: Theatre Mysteries
for group studying or hanging out with
Rights movement and a Distinguished
The Art of Mathematics
friends. Ready to make that website,
Professor of History and American
start a blog or shoot video? These
Studies here for more than a decade.
technologies, information and teaching
We’re committed to honoring his legacy
Race & Revolution
resources are here for you:
by striving to be more empathetic,
Science and Technology – Because We Can, Should We?
Info Desk – photo, video and audio equipment, game consoles, laptops and more, available for checkout
engaged, well-rounded citizens of
Advanced Media Production Studio – ready to film, with a green screen
poetry, theater, music, food, literature,
“I’m Not a Feminist but…”: Gendered Lives, Gendered Politics
GIS Certification Geographic Information Science (GIS) introduces students to computerbased information systems that blend
Multimedia Editing Lab – record songs or voiceover tracks, edit audio and video projects
the world. That means open minds, new ideas, honest conversation – and and dance, as well.
Jepson Science Center
Training Lab – edit photos and graphics using the Adobe Creative Suite
Coming soon! The 75,000 sq. ft. a $22 million makeover: renovations
more. It’s a high-growth area for jobs,
Student Tutoring – get help with speaking, writing or digital projects
and you’ll have the advantage with
IT Help Desk – solve your computer
addition. Classrooms, labs, lecture
a GIS certification.
problems
mappable data with conventional text data. You’ll transform data to create maps, graphical reports, databases and
Jepson Science Center is getting and a three-story, 40,000 sq. ft. halls and computer labs, all equipped for today’s STEM needs. It’ll also be green in more ways than one: designed to be LEED Silver certified, with solar panels and sustainable technologies, and equipped with a green wall – a symbolic “front door” on College Ave.
Attention, studio artists: UMW has the only wood-fired kiln at a public university in Virginia.
with native vegetation.
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PROXIMITY @MaryWash
We’ve got the perfect blend of “tucked away” and “close to everything.” You don’t have to choose at UMW. Here, you get a beautiful, traditional college campus. An environment designed for learning, safe and sheltered from the distractions of the hectic world around us. You get Fredericksburg, a city that celebrates a rich history while growing in the modern world. And, you get a gateway to anywhere else you want to go – from D.C. to Dubai.
Make moves @MaryWash.
CLOSE TO OPPORTUNITY Beauty and brains make a great combination. If you enjoy tree-lined walkways and stately Georgian architecture – think lots of brick, grand entrances and ornate columns – you’ll love exploring UMW. It has that classic collegiate feel. And, it’s full of Instagram and Snap-worthy shots at every turn. Within these picturesque buildings, of course, you’ll find brilliant people doing ground-breaking work. A century’s worth of academic legacy. What this beautiful campus really represents is opportunity.
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Experiential Learning All students must complete at least one faculty-supervised experience challenging them to go outside the bounds of the typical classroom. Think internships, research, community service or study abroad.
Research Education should extend beyond the classroom. It’s important to us that you get hands-on experience in the areas that interest you. UMW invests more than $275,000 each year to support student research, fieldwork, travel and scholarships. You can conduct research in any area of study – it’s not all lab coats and microscopes (though our scanning electron microscope is pretty cool). Your
47% of students in the class of 2016 in the College of Arts & Sciences completed an undergraduate research or independent study project.
work might just make a splash beyond campus, too. Many students present their work both to their peers and at conferences.
Recent Student Research and Projects “To What Extent Does a Rotten Tomatoes Score Affect a Film’s Total U.S. Box Office Revenue” Mark Herring, Economics and English
“The Tomb of Alexander: It’s Disappearance, Final Location, and its meaning to the field of Archaeology” Marshall LeMert, Classics
“Effect of Benzo[a]pyrene on Expression of Alzheimer’s Disease Marker Genes in Zebrafish” Laura Mangano and Makenzie Katzer, Biology
All students in five-year initial licensure programs in the College of Education design and implement a research project.
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CLOSE TO COMMUNITY We love Fredericksburg – a proud, East Coast city with a bit of a West Coast vibe. For centuries, it’s been right in the thick of our nation’s most historic moments. You can still see and experience that history today. But it’s also got an energy that’s completely modern. You’ll find a thriving business community, vibrant art and music scene, trendy loft apartments, and all the restaurants and retail your wallet can handle. It’s a great place to find your home away from home.
Life in a College Town When you want to venture off campus, Fredericksburg has you covered. 5 doughnut shops Sugar Shack, Duck Donuts, Paul’s Bakery, Krispy Kreme and Dunkin’ Donuts – yes, we need them all Rappahannock River adventures Grab a canoe, kayak, tube or stand-up paddle board Coffee shops for refueling Those study breaks are crucial Central Park 200+ stores, largest shopping center on the East Coast Vintage treats Carl’s makes frozen custard, 1950s style Good living Livability’s Top 50 Best Cities for Entrepreneurs and Top 100 Best Places to Live @MaryWash | Proximity | 17
“UMW created the foundation for us in entrepreneurship – it definitely put us in the right direction. I really enjoyed all the professors taking so much interest in our products. It just shows that they truly cared about our success and that they were proud of us.” Abbas Haider ’12 and Robert Davis ‘12 CEO/President and COO, Aspetto Fredericksburg
“The size of UMW was perfect. Each of my science classes were small enough that I knew every other student. And specifically, I knew each professor – and they knew me. When it came time for me to ask for letters of recommendation, they could tell personal stories about how my achievements in class would allow me to be a good physician.” Jonathan Hillyard ’10 Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Resident in Internal Medicine at VCU Health Richmond
“After graduating from UMW, I interned on Capitol Hill – I was both a press intern in the U.S. Senate and a legislative policy intern in the U.S. House of Representatives. I value a lot about my liberal arts education, the ability to choose which path you want, and the experience and knowledge from different fields.” Sarah Tagg ‘13 Editorial Marketing Assistant, American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Washington, D.C.
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CLOSE TO THE CAPITALS UMW resides in a geographic sweet spot – just 60 minutes from Washington, D.C., and 60 minutes from Richmond. Does that mean you can enjoy more concerts, festivals and other big-city adventures? Sure. It also means that a UMW education translates into internships and long-term career connections, right along the I-95 corridor. Just ask our alumni in the area. Internship Opportunities • American Red Cross
• National Public Radio
• Central Intelligence Agency
• Science Museum of Virginia
• Department of Homeland Security
• Smithsonian Institution
• Federal Bureau of Investigation
• State Department
• GALA Hispanic Theatre
• U.S. Department of the Treasury
• Library of Congress
• U.S. Geological Survey
• Madison Square Garden
• Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
• Mary Washington Healthcare
• Walt Disney World
• National Aquarium
Take the Train Working in D.C.? No problem. The Virginia Railway Express is a commuter train that runs Monday through Friday from Fredericksburg to the city. Get the experience. Skip the traffic. Amtrak serves Fredericksburg, too.
Big Apple, Big Talent Love the theater? Four UMW alumni are currently on Broadway: two performers, a stage manager and a wig specialist.
92% of the class of 2017 are employed or pursuing grad school.
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CLOSE TO THE WORLD Anywhere you want to learn can become a classroom. UMW will help you push your boundaries and expand your horizons â&#x20AC;&#x201C; literally.
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1/3 of UMW students study abroad before graduation
UMW Study Abroad Fast Facts
15+ programs led by UMW faculty during breaks and summer sessions
7
147
$50K
exchange programs in
approved programs
granted in study abroad
China, Japan, Germany,
in 51 countries
scholarships last year
Italy, France, England, and Hong Kong
Fulbright U.S. Student Program The largest U.S. exchange program offering opportunities for students and young professionals to undertake international graduate study, advanced research, university teaching, and primary and secondary school teaching worldwide. UMW is one of the top producers of U.S. Fulbright Students. 2018: Three winners, heading to Bulgaria, Taiwan, and India Since 2006: 22 winners, 22 semifinalists
Peace Corps The Peace Corps sends Americans with a passion for service abroad to represent the United States, work with communities and create lasting change. If you are interested in international development fieldwork and potential Peace Corps service, check out UMW’s Peace Corps Prep program. It will help you build competencies through
UMW is #4 among small schools and institutions for alumni serving as Peace Corps volunteers.
interrelated coursework, hands-on experience and professional development support.
“Every day I live outside of my comfort zone, and every day I push myself further and further. It’s hard and unlike any other experience, but the laughs that I’ve shared and the knowledge that I’ve gained in my few months here have been invaluable.” Sarah Schrock ’15, Peace Corps, Alto Parana, Paraguay
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PERFECT SIZE @MaryWash
Here, you can create exactly the college experience you want. Academics are important, but thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a lot of life to live beyond the classroom. Our UMW community is just the right size to enjoy it all. Large enough to keep you entertained and give you opportunities to enrich your life. Small enough to feel at home and carve out a space for yourself. You can get involved as much or as little as you like. Befriend everyone on campus or stick to a few close pals. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re relaxed at UMW. If you join our family, you do college your way.
Own it @MaryWash.
CAMPUS = HOME It’s a time-honored tradition: going off to college, living on campus. At UMW, we add a twist. You’ll be part of a Living Learning Community (LLC), clustered in the residence halls. It’s based on your first-year seminar. You’ll have something in common with your neighbors, and you’ll share experiences in and out of the classroom. As an upperclassman, you’ll have a lot of housing choices – on campus or in the neighborhoods around us. They’re all part of the community. Of course, off campus you might not find choices your favorite home improvement shows would gush over, like: • Soaring, 12-foot ceilings, hardwood floors and sweeping staircases (Ball Hall) • Sophisticated apartments with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances (Eagle Landing)
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GRAB A BITE
BITE is a free smartphone app that lets you see the menu at the Top of the UC and get nutritional information.
Your first-year meal plan makes it easy: unlimited access to the Top of the UC resident dining hall and its 11 “allyou-care-to-eat” buffet stations. In addition, UMW offers several other tasty, convenient on-campus options to match your schedule (and cravings).
Food is Life Take your pick! • University Center – Top of the UC (resident dining), Jamba Juice, Li’l Joe’s and Qdoba • Woodard Hall – Eagle’s Nest with Vocelli Pizza, Simply To Go and Hot Spot (pop-up restaurant) • Hurley Convergence Center – Blackstone (coffee and sandwiches) • Lee Hall – The Underground (pub style) For vegan selections and meals with no gluten, wheat, soy, milk, eggs, nuts or shellfish, visit the Top of the UC. The Underground also hosts all kinds of programs at night – and now serves beer and wine if you’re 21 or older.
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FINDING YOUR PEOPLE We have more than 150 student clubs, organizations, athletics teams and volunteer groups at UMW. You’ll find friends here, no matter your interests: • Academic • Athletic/Recreational • Departmental • Faith Based • Geek Alliance • Multicultural/Diverse • Performing Arts • Political/Social Justice • Programming/Service • Club Sports There’s a full list on the UMW Student Life website. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, we’ll help you start something new. It’s your college experience, and you can make it exactly what you want.
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$1 Million Strong As an undergrad, Shin Fujiyama started Students Helping Honduras, an international organization that has raised more than $1 million for orphanages, schools and communities.
To-Do List Catch an a capella show
Calling All Geeks
(or three, one for each
Anime and manga. Dungeons & Dragons and League of Legends. Doctor Who
group)
and PokĂŠmon. Even regular old board games. Find your corner of the affectionately self-named Geek Alliance at UMW.
Throw down in the Ultimate Frisbee
Service Whether mentoring high school students in our own back yard at James Monroe High School or founding international organizations like Students Helping Honduras to build schools and engage children, UMW students turn passion into action.
tournament Volunteer at the therapeutic horseback riding center
Make Your Case
Eat amazing food
Study and research. Critical thinking. Communication. The Debate Program at
at the Multicultural Fair
UMW helps you build these skills and put them to the test at intercollegiate debate competitions and public debate exhibitions.
Dance off the food from the Multicultural Fair
Stars Shine Bright in Fredericksburg The UMW Philharmonic knows how to put on a show â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and bring in all-star guest
Dominate Trivia Night
artists. Recent favorites include Kristin Chenoweth, Tony Bennett, Marvin Hamlisch,
at The Underground
Itzhak Perlman and Joshua Bell. Of course, not all speakers and performers share the stage. Other recent guests
Enjoy a play or musical
include Michelle Obama, Michael Ian Black and Kenan Thompson. And some top
at the Klein Theatre
artists have performed: Dev, D.R.A.M., fun., Grouplove, Icona Pop, Kreayshawn, Krewella, Lil Dicky, Logic, Mac Miller, Matt and Kim, Passion Pit, Waka Flocka,
Relax in the Adirondack
T-Pain, We the Kings and X Ambassadors.
chairs on Ball Circle
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TRADITIONS Some experiences can only be found at UMW. We keep it interesting around here. Bench Sitting Our way of saying “people-watching, a little friendly eavesdropping and occasional squirrel-watching while sitting along the campus walk.” Even the Urban Dictionary defines bench sitting as a uniquely UMW activity.
Eagle Gathering Students convene on Ball Circle, light a candle and begin their journey as UMW Eagles. It’s a fresh start to the new year.
Spirit Week/Homecoming Games, lip sync contests, food, prizes and varsity athletic contests ramp up Eagle pride and excitement before we welcome alumni back for Homecoming Weekend.
Multicultural Fair Attracting 4,000 to 5,000 people each year, the Multicultural Fair is a big deal, for us and the whole community. It’s a day of multicultural entertainment, international and American food, children’s activities and ethnic craft vendors.
Spring Formal One of the grandest events of the year, spring formal typically includes an elegant dinner and dancing. There’s an element of surprise, too – students learn the location only once they’re on the buses heading over.
Mr. UMW Get there early – contestants perform to a packed and rowdy audience. It’s loud and fun for the performers and the crowd alike.
Devil/Goat Day One of the oldest traditions at UMW, held right before the last day of spring classes. Even graduation years are “Goats.” Odd graduation years are “Devils.” Students unwind at a spring carnival with games, inflatables, food and a DJ. Devils and Goats compete for prizes and bragging rights.
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Mary Ball Washington UMW is the namesake of a remarkable woman. Widowed at 35, Mary Washington managed a 600-acre farm and raised five children on her own. One of them? The nation’s first president. You can visit her home – and 50-foot monument – just a few blocks from campus.
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ADVENTURES At UMW, you can get outside. For some, that might mean appreciating the trees and landscaping on campus or enjoying a concert at the historic Amphitheatre, which is undergoing a full restoration. For others, it might mean heading to the Rappahannock River or quick trips to hike and camp in the mountains or to enjoy a beach day. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all in easy reach. Summer Orientation Adventure Retreat (SOAR) After the mandatory orientation activities, you can sign up for primitive camping at Eagle Lake Outpost. Quality classmate bonding time. There are no showers, but there are team-building experiences, outdoor yoga, canoeing, fishing and hiking.
EAGLE ATHLETICS It’s good to be an Eagle. Everyone’s got a game face – are you a player or a fan? 23 NCAA Division III Sports • Baseball • Basketball (M/W) • Cross country (M/W) • Field hockey
21 teams have competed in national championship tournaments
• Golf (M/W) • Horseback riding (Co-ed) • Indoor track and field (M/W)
5 conference titles
• Lacrosse (M/W)
in 2017-18 alone
• Outdoor track and field (M/W) • Soccer (M/W) • Softball
308 student-athletes
• Swimming (M/W)
named All-Americans
• Tennis (M/W)
UMW men’s rugby team won the USA Rugby’s D1AA championship in 2017!
OUTDOOR
• Volleyball (W)
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PRICE @MaryWash
Cost and value are not the same – but UMW delivers on both. The investment you make in college is no small thing. Here’s our promise: we will invest right back in you every day. Beyond our financial aid, scholarship and grant programs – which are generous – it’s about the experience you have here. It’s personal. It’s always passing friends on campus. It’s professors who know you well enough to put real stories in their recommendation letters. It’s the support that gives you courage to go after everything you want in life. UMW feels more like a private school than a public school. Until you see the price tag, that is. The opposite of sticker shock is seeing your investment pay off, over and over again.
Get more @MaryWash.
TUITION AND FEES You’ll pay 30% less at UMW than many top liberal arts and sciences colleges. Financial Aid and Scholarships Over 36 million in financial aid in 2017: scholarships, grants, loans and work-study funds from federal, state, internal and private sources
For the 2018-19 academic year: Undergraduate tuition and fees
Virginia residents
$12,654
Non-residents $28,588 Room and board
All undergraduates
$11,983 (approx.)
Graduate school costs
Virginia residents
$579 per credit hour
UMW-Centric Scholarship Opportunities: Merit-Based Scholarships – awarded based on standardized test scores. Varying levels of support. Curriculum-Based Scholarships – awarded to students who are admitted test-optional. Varying levels of support. UMW General Scholarship – awarded based on need, depending upon available funding. Varying levels of support. UMW Foundation Scholarships – may consider both academic merit and financial need. Varying levels of support. Departmental Scholarships – Most academic departments award a variety of scholarships each year to students who have declared majors in their specific discipline. Washington Scholars Program – awarded to Virginia high school seniors with exceptional academic credentials. Equal to full tuition, fees, room and board, renewable through four years of undergraduate study. Alvey Scholars Program – awarded to out-of-state high school seniors with exceptional academic credentials. Equal to full tuition, fees, room and board, renewable through four years of undergraduate study. Jepson Scholars Program - Scholarships range between $4,000-$10,000 per year.
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Students must have demonstrated need and be interested in pursuing biological sciences,
Deadline: February 1
chemistry, physics, or earth and environmental sciences.
UMW Code: 003746
Plus, more scholarships are available once you have established a GPA at UMW.
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UMW is #1 in Virginia and #44 in the nation
on the 2017 Student Debt Repayment Success Indicator (SDRSI) study The study looked at three factors: average student loan debt per borrower, average early career pay and default rate.
Over $36 million in financial aid in 2017
JOIN US @MaryWash
UMW has a lot to offer. But don’t rely on one brochure to show you that. Come visit. There’s no substitute for simply walking around campus and getting a feel for the place. Meeting professors and chatting with students. Testing out the food and trying your hand at bench sitting. Then, you’ll know if you want to fly like an Eagle. We’re ready when you are.
Take your place @MaryWash.
VISITING Virtual Options at UMW.edu Chat Online: Ask questions and talk online with current students or staff in a chat related to specific topics. Guided Interactive Tour: Get a feel for the campus before you come to visit.
Application Filing Dates Freshman Applicants Early Decision – November 1 Early Action – November 15 Regular Decision – February 1
On-Campus Options Tours and Information Sessions: Student-led tours, with separate sessions offered for high school, transfer and graduate students. Sessions are held Monday through Friday at 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. and most Saturdays at 10:30 a.m.
Transfer Applicants Summer Admission – March 1 Fall Admission – April 1 Spring Admission – October 15
Open Houses: Get a glimpse of UMW academics, athletics, and student life. See classrooms, residence halls and other key campus spots. Shadow a Student: Talk about personal! Follow a current student through a typical day on campus (high school seniors only). Group Tours: Register in advance to tour UMW with middle and high school groups, or other organizations.
Don’t Forget – Special Program Notes Student Transition Program: If you feel like you would benefit from extra support as you transition from high school to college, STP may be for you. You’re encouraged to indicate your interest on your application. Honors Program: You must submit SAT or ACT scores for consideration. First-Year Pre-Nursing: You must submit SAT or ACT scores for consideration and indicate interest on your application. English as a Second Language: UMW partners with the International Language Academcy (ILA) to provide English language skills. Eligible students who complete their studies (levels 11 and 12) at ILA are guaranteed acceptance into UMW.
Test Optional Want to be considered for admission without standardized test scores? It’s an option at UMW – just visit our Undergraduate Admissions website to get the details.
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Do the Interview! Meet and share who you are with our Admissions staff directly. While not required, an interview places you in consideration for a “top-up” scholarship ranging from $1,000-$2,000. Or, you can create an optional ZeeMee profile to add extra life to your application.
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