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Admission Requirements for Mary Baldwin University Online Degree Programs

A Streamlined Process to Start Your Academic Journey

Applying to online undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and certificate programs has never been more convenient. At Mary Baldwin University, we’ve streamlined the application process to fit your busy schedule, making it easy to take the next step in your academic journey. 

Whether advancing your career or exploring a new field, our flexible online application allows you to apply anytime, anywhere. With clear instructions and admissions requirements, helpful resources and dedicated support every step of the way, starting your path to a degree is simple and stress-free.

Applying to Undergraduate Programs

Applying to online undergraduate degree programs at Mary Baldwin University is straightforward. Once you contact us, our admissions staff will guide you through the application process.

  • No test scores or essay required
  • Students need a minimum 2.6 GPA for full admission
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • No application fee
The Online Admissions Office reviews applications and renders an admission decision within 3 business days. See each individual bachelor’s degree page for specific admissions requirements.

Applying to Graduate Programs

We’ve made applying to the university a simple process. We’ve also streamlined the admissions requirements for our online graduate degree programs. The following provides an overview for various programs.

The admission requirements for the online Master of Business Administration program include the following:

  • A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
    • Bachelor’s degree in business is not required – the program is open to all undergraduate majors
  • No GRE/GMAT required
  • Official transcripts from all post-secondary educational institutions are required
  • An essay detailing the student’s interest in the MBA program is required
  • Students need a minimum 3.0 GPA for full admission
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • No application fee

The Online Admissions Office reviews applications and renders an admission decision within 3 business days.

The Mary Baldwin University MHA program takes a holistic approach to reviewing applications. The university seeks to find people who combine high academic achievement with compassion. The whole student is considered rather than disproportionately focusing on one factor.

We ask MHA program candidates to share their unique strengths and qualities, along with relevant work or volunteer experiences, even if not directly related to healthcare. These factors are part of the application review and selection process.

Requirements for the MHA program include:

  • A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution 
  • No GRE/GMAT required. 
  • Official transcripts from all post-secondary educational institutions are required
  • A personal statement detailing how the MHA relates to their professional goals
  • Students need a minimum 2.8 GPA for full admission
  • Pre-requisite course for the MHA program: Statistics or Research Methods (3 credit hours)
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • No application fee

The Program Director reviews applications and renders an admission decision within 5 business days. 

The requirements for the MHA/MBA program at Mary Baldwin University include those listed above for the individual programs, along with the following additions:

  • Students need a minimum 3.0 GPA for full admission
  • Pre-requisite courses: Statistics (3 credit hrs) and Research Methods (3 credit hrs)
  • Students without a background in business, accounting or an approved business-related field will take an exam to evaluate their level of business knowledge. Based on exam results, applicants may be required to take one or more pre-MBA module courses offered at MBU.

The admission requirements for the MS in Applied Behavior Analysis include:

  • A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution 
  • No GRE/GMAT required. 
  • Official transcripts from all post-secondary educational institutions are required
  • A GPA of 3.0 is required for full admission
  • Proof of English proficiency

    The Online Admissions Office reviews applications and renders an admission decision within 3 business days. 

Applying to Nursing Programs

We’ve made applying to our online nursing degree programs a convenient and streamlined process. The following provides an overview of various nursing degree admission requirements.

The admission requirements to this program include the following.

  • Online application through NursingCAS: $40 application fee
  • Submit official transcripts from all post-secondary educational institutions including showing a conferred Associate Degree in Nursing
  • All transferring coursework must reflect a “C” or better
  • Current unrestricted RN license
  • Employment as an RN for a minimum of 6 months, OR plans to practice concurrently with coursework
  • Ability to meet the Nursing Department’s Technical Standards for nursing practice

The admission requirements to this hybrid graduate degree program include the following.

  • Online application through NursingCAS: $40 application fee
  • Earned BSN from an accredited CCNE and ACEN School of Nursing
  • Official transcripts from all post-secondary educational institutions are required
  • Students need a minimum 3.0 GPA 
  • Current resume or curriculum vitae
  • Undergraduate or graduate statistics course with a “C” or better grade
  • Undergraduate research course with a “C” or better grade
  • Undergraduate nursing leadership course with a “C” or better grade
  • Proof of English proficiency

The admission requirements for this hybrid graduate degree program include the following.

  • Online application through NursingCAS: $40 application fee
  • Earned BSN from an accredited CCNE or ACEN School of Nursing 
  • Official transcripts from all post-secondary educational institutions are required
  • Students need a minimum 3.0 GPA 
  • Current resume or curriculum vitae
  • Current unrestricted RN license in the Commonwealth of Virginia or state participating in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA)
  • Completion of undergraduate or graduate Statistics and Leadership courses with a grade of “C” or higher
  • Minimum of one year (2,080 hours) of full-time nursing experience
  • Current BLS certification
  • Proof of English proficiency

The admission requirements for this program include the following:

  • Online application through NursingCAS: $40 application fee
  • Earned MSN from an accredited CCNE or ACEN School of Nursing
  • Official transcripts from all post-secondary educational institutions are required
  • Students need a minimum 3.0 GPA
  • No GRE/GMAT required
  • Current certification as an Advanced Practice Nurse from a US National Certifying Board such as a CNP, CRNA, CNS, or CNM
  • One year (2,080 hours) of full-time experience as an APRN
  • Current BLS certification
  • Proof of English proficiency

Mary Baldwin University’s Anti-Discrimination Policy

Mary Baldwin University does not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender (*see exceptions for admission to programs within the College for Women), nor does the university discriminate on the basis of race, national or ethnic origin, color, age, disability, religion, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression in its educational programs, admissions, co-curricular or other activities, or employment practices. Inquiries may be directed to the Director of Human Resources, 540-887-7367, Student Activities Center 312, Mary Baldwin University, Staunton, Virginia 24401. *Exceptions within the College for Women: Virginia Women’s Institute for Leadership, Program for the Exceptionally Gifted. (November 2017).