Fredericksburg, VA · Lexington, VA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| University of Mary Washington | Virginia Military Institute | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 79.8% | 71.2% |
| In-State Tuition | $14,640 | $21,046 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $27,560 | $52,638 |
| Average Net Price | $21,800 | $18,825 |
| Graduation Rate | 66.0% | 76.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 3,826 | 1,527 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 13 | 9 |
GradFax Analysis
University of Mary Washington accepts 79.8% of applicants. Virginia Military Institute accepts 71.2%. University of Mary Washington's in-state tuition is $14,640. Virginia Military Institute's is $21,046. University of Mary Washington is cheaper. University of Mary Washington graduates 66% of students in 6 years. Virginia Military Institute graduates 76%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Virginia Military Institute. It accepts 71.2% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Virginia Military Institute, on average. After aid, students pay $18,825/year versus $21,800/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Virginia Military Institute: 76% of students finish in 6 years. University of Mary Washington is at 66%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.