Tuition and aid

There’s a reason we’re a “Best Value” in public colleges.

What happens at Mary Washington sets the stage for the rest of your life.

This is where you come into your own — where you decide what matters most to you as a student and a human being. You’ll make lifelong friends. Forge invaluable professional connections. Experience some truly transformational academics. And we’ll do everything we can to make this amazing college experience an affordable one.

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University of Mary Washington Financial Aid

Important Update

The University of Mary Washington is committed to supporting our families that have experience financial hardships due to the Federal Government shutdown. If your family has been impacted by the shutdown please reach out to the Office of Financial Aid for assistance at (540)654-2468,  finaid@umw.edu or by visiting our office in Lee Hall.

What We’re Known For:

One of America’s best colleges

U.S. News and World Report 

Top 100 Best Value

in public colleges
Kiplinger’s Personal Finance

94%

of graduates employed after two years
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Fill out the FAFSA

Take the first step to understanding the financial side of college. The FAFSA, Free Application for Federal Student Aid, will help you and your family determine all of your options for federal student aid. Grants, loans, federal scholarships. It all starts here.

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Apply for scholarships

Mary Washington awarded $39 million in financial aid and scholarships last year alone. Explore the different scholarship opportunities available to you and apply to see what you’ll qualify for.

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There are a lot of factors to consider when determining college affordability and costs. Use the Net Price Calculator to help you break it all down and make informed decisions.

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Our Voices

“My classmates are enormously successful, and so many other Mary Washington alumni have gone on to do amazing things.”

Catherine O’Connor Woteki
Class of 1969

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First-Year & Transfer Students

Undergraduate financial aid information for students beginning their collegiate journey.

Current UMW Students

Undergraduate financial resources for continuing students at UMW:

Graduate Students

Graduate students pursuing post-baccalaureate degrees, certificates, and licensing have different financial aid requirements and options.

Student Employment

UMW employs approximately 700 positions across 95 departments.

The University of Mary Washington is committed to using the Principles & Standards of the College Cost Transparency Initiative in its student financial aid offer. Learn more…

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FAFSA Code

University of Mary Washington’s FAFSA Code is:

003746