by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a UMW degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how UMW measures up.
UMW is ranked #1,865 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C (above average for value). Within Virginia, it ranks #41 of 81 for value.
Among the majors UMW offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Historic Preservation & Conservation | #4 of 4 |
| Historic Preservation | #4 of 4 |
| Other Physical Science | #4 of 5 |
| Physical Sciences | #4 of 5 |
| Other Fine Arts & Art Studies | #30 of 56 |
| Visual & Performing Arts | #40 of 52 |
| Political and Social Sciences | #58 of 119 |
| Modern Languages | #64 of 74 |
| General Visual & Performing Arts | #65 of 98 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #65 of 98 |
Read the full UMW value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
University of Mary Washington is ranked #9 out of #92 in Virginia for quality and #41 out of #81 for Virginia value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the UMW financial aid page to be sure.
University of Mary Washington is ranked #1,865 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
University of Mary Washington is priced appropriately for the quality of education it provides, making it a fair value according to College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at UMW costs about $23,508. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $94,030 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $31,592 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $20,667 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $23,508 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $94,030 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the UMW net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
What UMW costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a UMW degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $126,368 | — | — |
| All Students | $94,030 | #1,865 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $82,668 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $126,368 | — | — |
| All Students | $94,030 | #41 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $82,668 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at UMW shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $11,137 |
| $30K–$48K | $12,388 |
| $48K–$75K | $19,886 |
| $75K–$110K | $26,300 |
| Over $110K | $29,234 |
About 74% of UMW undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $9,859 per year. Get more details on the UMW financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average UMW cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.