The mission of Mary Baldwin College is to provide undergraduate and graduate education consistent with the institution's rich heritage as a private liberal arts college primarily for women, which affirms its Christian roots while welcoming a broad diversity of views. This mission is implemented in the residential programs for women and the nonresidential programs for men and women over 21 through focus on teaching and learning; concern for the individual; commitment to the liberal arts as preparation for life, for careers, for graduate and professional studies, and for leadership; and emphasis on high ethical standards.
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| Institution Type | 4-year, Private not-for-profit |
| Special Learning Opportunities | ROTC (Army, Navy, Air Force) Teacher certification Distance learning opportunities Study abroad |
| Student Services | Remedial services Academic/career counseling service Employment services for students Placement services for completers |
| Credit Accepted | Dual credit Credit for life experiences Advanced placement (AP) credits |
| Religious Affiliation | Presbyterian Church (USA) |
| Federal Aid | Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans). |
| Degrees/Certificates Offered | Bachelor's degree Postbaccalaureate certificate Master's degree |
| Campus Setting | Town: Distant |
| Disability Services Student | 3% or less |
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At Mary Baldwin College, 90.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 100.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $17,957), and 82% receive loans ($10,155 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $7,070. Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Mary Baldwin College is $16,776 per year. |
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In Fall 2009, 2,147 people applied to Mary Baldwin College. Of the applicants, 62.0% were admitted (0.0% male & 0.0% female ) and 17.0% accepted (0.0% male and 3.1% female) Of the 1,573 undergraduate students at Mary Baldwin College, 38.0% are part-time. A majority (54.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 33.0% of the 209 graduate students are part-time. |
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| Percent of In-State Undergrads | 67.0% |
| Full Time Retention Rate | 69.0% |
| Part Time Retention Rates | 67.0% |
| Four-Year Graduation Rate | 52.0% |
| Six-Year Graduation Rate | 52.0% |
| Overall Graduation Rate | 42.0% |
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| Yearly Application Deadline | April 15 |
| Admissions Office Phone | 800-468-2262 |
| Admissions Office Email | admit@mbc.edu |
| Admissions Office Address | 101 East Frederick St. Staunton, VA 24401. |
| Admissions Transfer URL | http://www.mbc.edu/admissions/transfer.php |
| Admissions Website | http://www.mbc.edu/admissions/ (find financial aid info here) |
| Application Website | http://www.mbc.edu |
| Application Fee | $35 |
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In order to be accepted to Mary Baldwin College, you should have:
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| Test Scores | |
| SAT Reading (25th Percentile) | 440 |
| SAT Reading (75th Percentile) | 560 |
| SAT Math (25th Percentile) | 430 |
| SAT Math (75th Percentile) | 540 |
| SAT Writing (25th Percentile) | 430 |
| SAT Writing (75th Percentile) | 550 |
| ACT Composite (25th Percentile) | 17 |
| ACT Composite (75th Percentile) | 23 |
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| Program Name | Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | Master | Doctorate |
| Area, ethnic, cultural, and gender studies | 5 | ||||
| Asian Studies/Civilization | 5 | ||||
| Biological and biomedical sciences | 1 | ||||
| Biochemistry | 0 | ||||
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | 1 | ||||
| Business, management, marketing, and related support services | 38 | ||||
| Business Administration and Management, General | 38 | ||||
| Business/Managerial Economics | 0 | ||||
| Management Information Systems, General | 0 | ||||
| Communication, journalism, and related programs | 14 | ||||
| Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric | 8 | ||||
| Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other | 6 | ||||
| Computer and information sciences and support services | 1 | ||||
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | 1 | ||||
| Information Science/Studies | 0 | ||||
| Education | 51 | ||||
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 51 | ||||
| English language and literature/letters | 12 | ||||
| English Language and Literature, General | 12 | ||||
| Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics | 1 | ||||
| French Language and Literature | 0 | ||||
| Spanish Language and Literature | 1 | ||||
| Health professions and related clinical sciences | 6 | ||||
| Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist | 0 | ||||
| Health/Health Care Administration/Management | 6 | ||||
| History | 35 | ||||
| History, General | 35 | ||||
| Mathematics and statistics | 4 | ||||
| Mathematics, General | 4 | ||||
| Multi/interdisciplinary studies | 5 | ||||
| Mathematics and Computer Science | 0 | ||||
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | 5 | ||||
| Philosophy and religious studies | 2 | ||||
| Philosophy | 0 | ||||
| Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other | 2 | ||||
| Religion/Religious Studies | 0 | ||||
| Physical sciences | 1 | ||||
| Chemistry, General | 1 | ||||
| Psychology | 34 | ||||
| Psychology, General | 34 | ||||
| Public administration and social service professions | 12 | ||||
| Social Work | 12 | ||||
| Social sciences | 50 | ||||
| Economics, General | 1 | ||||
| International Relations and Affairs | 5 | ||||
| Political Science and Government, General | 12 | ||||
| Social Sciences, Other | 2 | ||||
| Sociology | 30 | ||||
| Visual and performing arts | 35 | 24 | |||
| Art/Art Studies, General | 21 | ||||
| Arts Management | 2 | ||||
| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General | 9 | 24 | |||
| Dramatic/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft, Other | 0 | 0 | |||
| Music, General | 3 | ||||
| Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology | 0 | ||||
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