The University of Mary Washington is a coed, 4-year, state-supported college located in historic Fredericksburg, Virginia, 50 miles south of Washington, D.C. and 50 miles north of Richmond, Virginia. The UMW College of Graduate and Professional Studies is located approximately 7 miles north in Stafford, VA.

The University is a liberal arts academic community dedicated to the highest standards of scholarship, personal integrity, responsible conduct, and respect for the individual. With nearly 4,000 academically strong men and women from throughout Virginia, the nation, and the world, we are committed to the acceptance and appreciation of diversity in our community.  83% of faculty members hold earned doctorates or other terminal degrees and the student:professor ratio is 18:1.  UMW defines quality as the sum of small classes, excellent teaching, and extensive personal attention to students.  The university has been nationally recognized by several publications as a “best buy” in higher education. A Virginia resident's 2004-05 annual tuition, fees, room and board total $10,768 and for a non-Virginia resident annual tuition, fees, room and board are $19,174. 

The College of Graduate and Professional Studies (CGPS) offers a bachelor’s degree-completion, a Masters in Business Administration and a Masters in Education. Classes are held in the evening, weekend and many have an online component to meet the needs of working adults.  Information sessions are given frequently.  Tuition for undergraduate courses is $179 per credit hour and $231 for graduate credits.  To contact the CGPS, call 540-286-8088.

For more information, call 540-654-2000 or 1-800-468-5614 or email admit@umw.edu.  www.umw.edu