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Although the University is improving, there is little to do in Fredericksburg and social life seems isolated and there are very few campus events on or off campus. No fraternities or sororities, no football, and no real school spirit at all. However downtown fredericksburg is a fun, uncommericialized place on the weekends.
Faculty Accessibility: A+, Social Life: F
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As a 28 year old, senior, transfer student I found UMW an absolute waste of time, money, and energy. This school is best-suited to 18 year olds with mom and dad paying the way. They wouldn't know what a real university is supposed to be like. Most of my credits would not transfer into my major (I came from a highly-respected Pennsylvania state university). Many of the classes I've had to take were useless and complete busy-work. Many of my professors, though willing to help, were pompous, arrogant, and perceived themselves as infallible. The administration office workers were consistently rude and condescending and most of the tuition seems to go to landscaping than into clean and working computer labs. Everything is overpriced and the school reminds me more of a business looking to make money then to educate. Also, if you're looking for friends who are sheltered, uptight, spoiled, and ultra-conservative then this is your place. Look into other schools before UMW - ANY SCHOOL!
Campus Aesthetics: A+, Education Quality: F
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Beautiful campus, small challenging classes. Excellent education for your dollar on par with William and Mary and UVA. A very intelligent student body that really makes you feel at home. Honor Code is great I have never locked my door once. You can lose your wallet and expect to find it turned in at the police station the next day. Theres is plenty of parties if you know people. Only on friday and saturdays mainly. We actually have work to do during the week at Mary Washington. No real downtown club or bar seen just keggers. Overall not for everyone, could use more diversity, and more campus life but definately a great little college.
Scholastic Success: A+, Surrounding City: D+
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