C
Average
Score: 50/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
28/100 · earnings-weighted

Mary Baldwin University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Staunton, Virginia 24401
Mary Baldwin University campus, Staunton, VA
Mary Baldwin University campus, Staunton, VA. Photo: Strawser, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 56%
Outcomes
B
66/100
Affordability
F
25/100
Resources
C+
62/100
Experience
B
71/100
Prestige
F
26/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

1,792
Total Enrollment
56%
Graduation Rate
61%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Mary Baldwin University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$44,427
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$39,075
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$26,586
Median debt at graduation
39.3%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
55.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 60% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 8th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (VA wage index 1.21). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Mary Baldwin University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing—$97,279+9%#164 of 966#468—
Health and Medical Administrative Services—$58,714+-0%#143 of 275#203—
Business Administration, Management and Operations$44,920$58,459-14%#849 of 1176#1055$30,500
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$40,887$50,117-6%#297 of 476#395$25,000
Criminology—$47,117-15%#105 of 113#112—
Social Work$37,537$46,971-9%#344 of 420#411$31,000
Psychology—$45,703-10%#768 of 1027#969—

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

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  • Avg home value near campus: $320,164
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,566/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 24401 (3.8% cap, Staunton)

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🏆 Where Mary Baldwin University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#29
Applied Behavior Analysis
of 40 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $32,732 $32,732
Total Cost (On-Campus) $46,817 $46,817

Financial Aid

98%
Receive Any Aid
58%
Receive Pell Grants
72%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

1,792
Total Students
77%
Women
75%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 56%
Hispanic 7%
Black 21%
Asian 3%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 35%
Hybrid (Some Online) 26%
Fully Online 38%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 75%
25-64 (Adult) 22%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Mary Baldwin University?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Mary Baldwin University?
Tuition at Mary Baldwin University is $32,732 for in-state students and $32,732 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Mary Baldwin University?
The graduation rate at Mary Baldwin University is 56%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Mary Baldwin University a good school?
Mary Baldwin University has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Mary Baldwin University?
Mary Baldwin University has a total enrollment of 1,792 students. Most students (75%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology