University of Mary Washington

The University of Mary Washington (UMW) is a public educational institution located in Fredericksburg, Virginia, United States. Founded in 1908, the university focuses on higher education and is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

UMW is affiliated with several organizations, including the National Collegiate Athletic Association, the American Association of State Colleges and Universities, and the National Athletic Association. The university's motto is "Pro Deo Domo Patria".

The University of Mary Washington is a subsidiary of the University of Mary and has a specific program called University of Mary Washington Rowing.