Student Experience
Mary Baldwin is a place where you can be all in. Students from all corners of the globe come together and leave as proud members of our close-knit community. Find your people here.
Signature: Living & Learning on Campus
Mary Baldwin Signature offers a residential undergraduate experience for today’s changing world.
Immerse yourself in a community of fellow students with shared interests. As part of a Signature Neighborhood, you will live, study, take classes and participate in events and extracurriculars together.
Signature was designed to set you on a path to real-world success. How will you make your mark?
Residential Life & Housing
Learn more about our available housing options, our amenities, and our living-learning communities.
Dining
Whether it鈥檚 a quick cup of coffee, a dinner with friends, or lunch between classes, you鈥檒l find what you need.
Campus Safety
Learn about the steps we take to ensure you鈥檙e safe throughout your time on campus.
One Mary Baldwin, many experiences
Our Murphy Deming campus
The Murphy Deming college and campus offer our graduate health sciences students an immersive and interprofessional experience just minutes away from the main campus location.
The online experience
You don’t have to be on campus to get the full Mary Baldwin experience. Our flexible online courses and degrees are designed to keep you engaged and connected.
Ways to get involved
Student Clubs and Organizations
Mary Baldwin boasts over 40 registered student groups and clubs. From academic clubs and performance groups to civic and cultural engagement groups, you will find your people here.
Student Government Association (SGA)
The SGA is your chance to get involved and have your voice heard. The SGA is made up of:
- Student Senate
- Residence Hall Association (RHA)
- Baldwin Program Board (BPB)
- Inter-Club Council (ICC)
- Appropriations Committee
- Student Standards Board (SSB)
There are over 100 leadership positions available. Join the SGA and make a difference in our campus community.
Virginia Women’s Institute for Leadership
Mary Baldwin is proud to have the only all-women corps of cadets in the nation. The Virginia Women’s Institute for Leadership (VWIL) is a highly regarded leadership training program emphasizing the values of discipline, integrity, and service for both military and civilian career paths.
Cadets benefit from:
- A network of support for improved academic outcomes
- The development of strong leadership skills
- Physical training for health and wellness
- Bonding with fellow cadets
In fact, 95% of Mary Baldwin alumni believe their VWIL education gave them an edge over those without a military college background.
Find out if VWIL is right for you!
The Capstone Festival
The Capstone Festival gives a select group of seniors, nominated by Mary Baldwin faculty for their academic excellence, the opportunity to present their scholarly and artistic works to the wider campus community and the public.
Diversity & Belonging is the key to our strength and creativity
Embrace a broad spectrum of cultures and identities on one of the most diverse campuses in the U.S. We offer clubs, programming, and residential living and learning communities for students of color, women, and more.
Inclusive Excellence
The Office of Inclusive Excellence (OIE) develops programming that promotes cross-cultural sharing and exploration, and offers holistic support to students of color
LGBTQIA+
成人抖音 offers a variety of resources for our lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual students.
Faith & Spirituality
From our Greater Things Dance Ministry to our non-denominational Quest program, 成人抖音 offers numerous opportunities to explore the spiritual dimension of life.
Our Home in Staunton
Mary Baldwin鈥檚 main campus is located in picturesque Staunton, VA in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley. Staunton is a small town with a vibrant cultural scene, great dining options, and plenty to offer outdoors enthusiasts.
- Recognized by the National Trust for Historic Preservation as “One of a Dozen Distinctive Destinations in the United States”
- Home of the famous and
- Close to with 200,000 acres of protected land
Undergraduates who live on campus benefit from all the 鈥淨ueen City鈥 has to offer, plus the convenience of living just steps away from classes, friends, athletic events, and more.
Athletics
13 Division III teams. Thousands of Fighting Squirrels fans. Won鈥檛 you join us?
Holistic Wellness
From our 40,000-square-foot gym to our Sun Room meditation space, we create ample opportunities for students to nourish both mind and body.
Leading with
confidence, integrity, and purpose.
Virginia Women鈥檚 Institute for Leadership (VWIL)
The Virginia Women鈥檚 Institute for Leadership (VWIL) at 成人抖音 is the nation鈥檚 only all-female corps of cadets. Through its regimental system and ROTC program, VWIL offers comprehensive leadership training, emphasizing accountability, adherence to standards, and the chain of command.
Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC)
ROTC provides students with the chance to participate in military training while pursuing their college education. You can either commit to serving after graduation or participate in the program for a shorter period without any post-college obligations.
Mary Baldwin College for Women (MBCW)
The Mary Baldwin College for Women is a one-of-a-kind program focused on preparing women to be leaders. Drawing on the long legacy of Mary Baldwin as an institution dedicated to empowering women, the College for Women offers women-centered programming relevant to current events, and experiential learning to build confidence and empathy.