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Entering PEGs live in a supervised dormitory on the Mary Baldwin campus. In 2002, Mary Baldwin opened the new [http://www.mbc.edu/vtour/display.asp?tournum=5 PEG Center]. The Center includes double-occupancy dorm rooms for students and apartments for live-in staff members. Resident staff enforce study hours, curfew, and other aspects of daily life for first-year students. Students gradually receive more independence as they demonstrate competence in the college environment. In their sophomore or junior years, PEGs may move into regular campus housing.

'''Application Procedure'''

==Admission==

Online Application: http://www.mbc.edu/docs/adm_docs/apply_peg_prnt.pdf

'''Application Requirements'''

Many applicants learn about PEG though the [[Educational Testing Service]], which shares their [[SAT]] or [[PSAT/NMSQT|PSAT]] scores with colleges. PEG sends out approximately 10,000 informational packets to 7th grade girls scoring above a certain threshold. Other students discover PEG through guidance counselors, summer enrichment programs (such as Duke's [[Talent Identification Program|TIP]], or through their own research.

Full transcript with excellent grades

3 letters of recommendations (2 teachers and 1 administrator/counselor)

In addition to standardized test scores, PEG considers applicants' grades, consistent achievement, maturity, the ability to benefit from the program, and a serious sense of purpose. The application process differs from regular college admissions because of the emphasis on in-person interviews, both with the student and her family. The standard elements of a college application—essays, recommendations, and transcripts—are also included. Completion of of Algebra II or Geometry is required for acceptance into the program.

4 Personal Essays

Detailed parent support and family background information

An average of 57% of all PEG students complete bachelor's degrees at Mary Baldwin {{Fact|date=December 2007}}. Many elect to transfer to another college to complete their degree.

Achievement test scores in the 90th percentiles

PSAT, SAT or ACT scores comparable to entering college freshmen

A family and individual interview on campus

$35 application fee

Students are selected based upon: giftedness, consistent achievement, maturity, the ability to benefit from the program, and a serious sense of purpose.

==PEG Scholars==