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Publications & Guidelines

The Dictionary of Academic Regulations: Furnishes the information needed for planning and completing a B.A., B.S., or B.L.S. degree program at the University of Mary Washington. Since final responsibility for meeting all degree requirements rests with the individual student, each student should have complete knowledge of the regulations pertaining to the academic program of the University.

The Freshman Academic Planning Guide and the Transfer Student Academic Planning Guide: These guides are designed to assist new students in planning an academic program of study.

General Education Requirements: The University of Mary Washington requires all students to pursue broad studies in the arts, the humanities, and the sciences. These studies constitute the General Education component of the University's academic program and serve as a common academic foundation for all University of Mary Washington students on the Fredericksburg campus.

Guidelines for Medical Documentation: Click here to view the PDF file outlining guidelines for Medical Documentation for exceptions to UMW policies and deadlines. No exception to University of Mary Washington academic policy will be made until supporting medical documentation is verified as applicable to the requested exception.

Guidelines for Preparing a Request for Reinstatement: Click here to view the PDF file outlining guidelines for reinstatement.

Guidelines for Receiving Approval of a Special Major: The University of Mary Washington provides the opportunity for students to develop a special major if the existing programs do not meet academic interests. Students who are interested in developing a special major must adhere to the guidelines outlined on this Web page.

Services

Tutoring Services: Here you will find all of the documentation necessary for either requesting a tutor or becoming a tutor.

Referrals: Are you looking for information about something on the UMW campus? Not sure whom to ask? Click here to download the Referral Sheet for BA/BS/BLS Students. This is a listing of common queries and the offices that are the best qualified to handle them.

Forms

All Forms: This link will bring you to the Forms Main Page, since all forms on this site are appropriate for Students.

Schedules

Final Exam Schedules: Click here for a complete listing of dates and times for this semester's Final Exams.

Tutorial Schedules: Click here for a complete listing of dates and times for this semester's Tutoring Services.

Important Dates: A calendar of crucial dates during the current academic year.

Study Skills Workshops: Academic Services provides a variety of workshops aimed at helping you become a better student.