about Us

A university uniquely focused on what matters.

Socially conscious. Intellectually ambitious. Future focused.

At the University of Mary Washington, we’re committed to building a better world through groundbreaking scholarship and an inclusive community. As a public liberal arts university, we’re harnessing the power of the liberal arts to educate the next great generation of problem solvers.

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University of Mary Washington About UMW

234 acres

of gorgeous campus to explore
Come see us

50 miles

to DC and Richmond, with all the charms of Fredericksburg right in our backyard
Explore our hometown

110+ years

of championing the exploration of knowledge
Learn about our history

Leadership

At Mary Washington, we create the space for our students to take giant leaps – intellectually, socially, and personally. Expert faculty lead life-changing learning opportunities. Internships and study abroad expand knowledge beyond the classroom. The campus experience connects a community of dynamic, smart, and compassionate people who are prepared to understand and contribute to the world.

President Troy Paino

Leadership

We get to the heart of the matter.

At Mary Wash, we’re committed to creating a better world. We have our own multicultural center designed to bring our community together to work for what’s right, just, and fair. We spend 15K+ hours annually giving back to the community. And for nearly 10 years we’ve been recognized as one of the top green colleges in the country.

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Eagles, devils, goats. Oh my!

Learning has been, and will always be, our focus. But, we also know how to have a good time. We’ve got a deep bench of traditions like Devil Goat Day, Eagle Gathering, and Grad Ball. Check out the customs and events that make us who we are.

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3,800

Mary Wash students

33 states

represented in our student body

15 countries

represented in our student body