The W is a public, coeducational university. Founded in 1884 as the first public college for women in the United States, The W is a tradition-rich university that has educated men for more than 30 years. U.S.News & World Report has consistently ranked The W among the top Southern public master's universities. For six consecutive year, The Chronicle of Higher Education has named The W one of the best colleges in the nation to work for. MUW also has been prominently ranked in other leading publications such as Kiplinger's Personal Finance and Consumer's Digest magazines. With a 14:1 student-faculty ratio, our dedicated instructors and staff, as well as talented alumni and friends, are here to help you excel!