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Pre-Admission Advising

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The University of Mary Washington, established in 1908, continues its tradition of excellence in providing quality academic programs. We serve the needs and goals of our community by offering graduate programs that provide a positive impact on career development. We invite you to learn more about our quality graduate programs in Education, Business, and Geospatial Analysis, designed for working professionals and taught by master teachers. If you are looking to transform your career, grow personally and professionally or gain a competitive edge in your field, contact the office of graduate admissions today! The Office of Graduate Admissions is here to guide you through the admissions process by Pre-Admission Advising.

Opportunities To Learn More

Campus Visit

  • Out and about? Make UMW one of your stops. Please drop by our Stafford campus during regular office hours or schedule an appointment, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., to learn more about our graduate programs.

Observe A Class

  • Certainly, you are welcome to observe a class and feel firsthand what it’s like to be a UMW graduate student. Leave halfway through or stay until the end. In addition, you can speak with staff and students to learn what they love about UMW!

On-Site Visits

  • Firstly we’ll come to you! Secondly, we’d love to tell you and your colleagues all about our graduate education at UMW. Schedule an information session at your place of business.

Information Sessions

  • Pre-Admission Advising doesn’t require you to register for pre-scheduled information sessions, but it helps us better prepare for your arrival.

Master of Business Administration

  • The Master of Business Administration MBA within UMW’s College of Business is also a great choice for new and experienced professionals who want to assume management and leadership positions in various organizational settings. For example, students will have the opportunity to hear from our staff about the program requirements and application process.

Master of Education With Initial Teacher Licensure.

  • During evening program-specific sessions at the Stafford Campus, North Building, University Hall, UMW College of Education staff explain the Virginia Department of Education’s requirements and review course content. Afterward, sit in on part or all of an M.Ed. graduate course in the endorsement area you wish to pursue.

Master of Geospatial Analysis.

  • Staff members from UMW’s Department of Geography discuss the MSGA program, requirements, and more during Monroe Hall’s evening sessions on the Fredericksburg campus.

Have Questions About The Pre-Admission Advising Page?

Please contact Graduate Admissions at (540) 286-8030 or Email us at graduate@umw.edu, or you can fill out our Request for More Information Form. Feel free to visit our social media as well.
 

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