Your college experience matters.
Build it. Imagine it.
Make it worth it.
At the University of Mary Washington, we’ll help you strengthen your talents, nurture your curiosity, and build your courage to meet the world with confidence and purpose.
One year into his college career, Adam McAninley landed an internship on Capitol Hill in D.C. The environmental science and political science double major, with a minor in law and philosophy, also serves as Honor Council President and is a Washington Scholar.
Learn what really matters.
Learning at Mary Washington happens in the classroom and beyond it.
Start with the faculty who lead our classes, and you’ll study directly with the experts, not teaching assistants. We connect students to internships, study abroad, and over 150 student organizations and clubs, NCAA Division III athletics, research
projects, community service, and job opportunities — the experiences that take you to the next level. Peer mentors, advisors, staff, and coaches will cheer you on and are here for the same reasons you are – serious academics, meaningful connections, and powerful experiences.
“One standout opportunity I had was an internship through a connection here at UMW. It was an amazing chance to apply what I learned in the classroom to real-world problems in software development.”
Carlos Ortega ’25, computer science major with a minor in cybersecurity
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majors, minors, and areas of study
student-faculty ratio 14:1
students per class (average) 20
Division III NCAA teams residence halls 18 14 fabulous feathered mascot (Sammy D. Eagle) 1
Each moment counts.
We’re invested in our student’s success. From first-year seminars through life after Mary Washington, you’ll be surrounded by the knowledge and people to propel you ahead.
Welcome to your
Our hometown of Fredericksburg, Virginia, pairs small town charm with big city flavors. Walk downtown for dinner on First Friday or start your Saturday morning at the farmers market. Explore a riverside trail or spend some time at the local shops, many owned by Mary Washington alums.
Venture farther and Fredericksburg easily connects to Washington, D.C., and Richmond along the I-95 corridor, offering students access to a vibrant cultural scene and realworld learning opportunities. For students at the University of Mary Washington, this means more than just proximity – it means possibility – from field trips to federal agencies and museums, to weekend train rides for concerts and career fairs.
feels-likehome place.
Perfect size and close to everywhere you want to be.
50 miles to both Washington, D.C., and Richmond.
The Blue Ridge Mountains and Virginia Beach are just over 100 miles away.
And if Broadway’s calling, NYC is 275 miles north.
Washington, D.C.
A Top 10 Public Liberal Arts and Sciences College in the Nation
U.S. News & World Report
In the top 20 Best Schools for Internships and Making an Impact
The Princeton Review
One of the “Best and Most Interesting” Colleges and Universities in the Country
Fiske Guide to Colleges
A “Best College” for Quality, Affordability and Future Earning Potential
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• focusing on cancer-causing and cancer-curing elements in our everyday environment and medicine cabinets
• understanding the impact of AI in higher education and preparing our students for the AI-driven workplace of the future
• connecting with national and state politics from a position halfway between Washington, D.C., and Richmond, Virginia
• leading study abroad trips that increase participants’ global perspective
• mapping history for local museums, national trails, and international publications
• studying systems to keep networks secure and bringing innovative strategies to businesses and individuals
• pitching business ideas, securing startup funding, and bringing new ideas to nonprofits and companies throughout the Commonwealth.
100% of UMW classes are taught by exceptional faculty and industry experts.
94% of full-time faculty hold doctoral or other terminal degrees.
The University of Mary Washington does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, or political affiliation in its programs and activities. Translation: All are welcome.
At Mary Washington, you won’t be on the sidelines. From your major curriculum to extracurriculars, you’ll be immersed in hands-on learning, researching side-by-side with faculty, and taking cues from some of the best in the business. You’ll also make lifelong friends, forge valuable connections, and experience some truly transformational academics.
Thanks to the generosity of alumni gifts, UMW offers unparalleled research opportunities for undergraduate students. $35 million gifted in undergraduate research.
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University of Mary Washington
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Majors
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Geography
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Spanish
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Theatre
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Analysis
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Museum Studies
Music
Musical Theatre
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Professional Writing
Security and Conflict Studies
Social Justice
Spanish
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Statistics (Applied)
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Spanish for Health Care Professionals
Transfer Degree Completion
Leadership and Management Studies (BLS)
Nursing (BSN)
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Pre-Dental
Pre-Engineering
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Pre-Veterinary
Graduate Degrees
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Master of Education (M.Ed.)
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