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Mary Baldwin University

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At MBU, we redesigned the college experience to work for you. From day one, you’ll find academic programs that connect to your career interests, experiential learning opportunities, and a supportive community on one of the most diverse college campuses in the nation. With nearly 1,800 students studying in picture-perfect Staunton, on our nearby health sciences campus, and online, MBU helps you go from learning to excelling, and from growing to thriving.
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Academic programs

  • Research
  • Science
  • Business
  • Education
  • Communication
  • Art & Design
  • Finance/Accounting
  • Government/Political Science
  • Health Science
  • Performing Arts
  • Social Science
  • Psychology

Student experience

  • Athletics
  • Co-op/Internship Opportunities
  • Disability Services
  • LGBTQIA Services
  • On-Campus Housing
  • ROTC Program
  • Study Abroad
  • Undergraduate Research
  • Distance/online learning

Application information

First-year

Deadlines / Early Application Award

MBU has rolling decisions for admission, but we encourage students to apply before our priority deadlines. The first one is November 15 for fall 2026 start. No application fee is required.

Students who submit an application for either undergraduate residential or commuter admissions on or before the priority deadlines and are accepted to the university will receive a renewable $1,000 award.

 

 

Transfer

At Mary Baldwin, you’ll find a welcoming community that’s ready to support you from day one. We work with transfer students to accept up to 84 credits, so you can stay on track to earn your degree and pursue your goals without delay. Visit our transfer page to learn more.

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Additional information

Financial Aid and Scholarships
 

MBU offers tailored financial aid packages that recognize academic and extracurricular achievements while helping to make your education affordable. More than 95% of our students receive financial aid or scholarships.

Visit us

From Fighting Squirrels athletic events to Shakespearean performances, we offer a student experience like no other. Come visit MBU in historic downtown Staunton, VA, consistently ranked as one of the best small towns in America.

I felt like I could do anything, like I could be anything, like I could know anything ... MBU just gave me the confidence to go for it.