Mary Baldwin University

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Mary Baldwin University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Mary Baldwin University's admissions stats.

Mary Baldwin University 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	18%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs	70%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	38%
Waitlist	No

Mary Baldwin University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Mary Baldwin University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	No	––	––

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Mary Baldwin University does not offer early decision or early action.

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More on Mary Baldwin University Admissions

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How To Get Into Mary Baldwin University

Getting into Mary Baldwin University is moderately difficult. Mary Baldwin University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2021, Mary Baldwin University accepted 95% of all applicants, about 1,323 from the 1,397 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Mary Baldwin University, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to Mary Baldwin University

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Mary Baldwin University

Mary Baldwin University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Mary Baldwin University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at Mary Baldwin University

Curious about the factors that are considered by Mary Baldwin University during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with Mary Baldwin University for more information on admission factors.

Mary Baldwin University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Mary Baldwin University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with Mary Baldwin University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement			√
Interview			√
Letter(s) of Recommendation		1	1
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Mary Baldwin University?

Students admitted to Mary Baldwin University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.

Out of all students that were admitted, 61% submitted a class rank. At Mary Baldwin University 18% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 55% were in the top 25% and 77% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Mary Baldwin University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	––
3.75 and 3.99	––
3.50 and 3.74	––
3.25 and 3.49	––
3.00 and 3.24	––
2.50 and 2.9	––
2.00 and 2.49	––

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Mary Baldwin University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Mary Baldwin University considers standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Mary Baldwin University does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2021, 70% of Mary Baldwin University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 38% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Mary Baldwin University?

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Mary Baldwin University students scored 580 or higher and 75% of students scored 490 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Mary Baldwin University students scored 620 or higher, and 75% scored a 490 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Mary Baldwin University?

To be most competitive at Mary Baldwin University, you should strive to earn between 19 and 26 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 26 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Mary Baldwin University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 26, and three out of four students scored lower than 26 on the ACT.

A 19 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Mary Baldwin University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 19.

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More Information on Transferring to Mary Baldwin University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Mary Baldwin University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Mary Baldwin University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Mary Baldwin University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Mary Baldwin University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Mary Baldwin University.

Does Mary Baldwin University accept transfer credits?

✅ Mary Baldwin University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Mary Baldwin University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • Life Long Learning Credit

Does Mary Baldwin University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Mary Baldwin University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Mary Baldwin University?

✅ Mary Baldwin University is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.

What is Mary Baldwin University's acceptance rate?

✅ Mary Baldwin University has an acceptance rate of 95%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Mary Baldwin University?

❌ Mary Baldwin University does not offer early decision.

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