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Marist College
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  • 4 Year
  • POUGHKEEPSIE, NY

Marist College

    Report Card

    grade B minus
    Overall Niche Grade
    1. Academics
      grade B
    2. Value
      grade B minus
    3. Diversity
      grade B+
    4. Campus
      grade B+
    5. Athletics
      grade B+
    6. Party Scene
      grade B
    7. Professors
      grade C+
    8. Location
      grade C minus
    9. Dorms
      grade A minus
    10. Campus Food
      grade C+
    11. Student Life
      grade B minus
    12. Safety
      grade B minus

    About

    3399 NORTH RD
    POUGHKEEPSIE, NY 12601
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    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division I-FCS
    Athletic Conference
    Pioneer Football League

    From Marist College

    Located on the historic banks of the Hudson River, Marist is a comprehensive, independent institution, that offers students the power of a global university, with the personal touch of a leading liberal arts college. Its mission is to “help students develop the intellect, character, and skills required for enlightened, ethical, and productive lives in the global community of the 21st century.”

    Marist educates more than 4,000 traditional-age undergraduate students and 1,400 adult and graduate students. We offer 47 undergraduate majors, numerous graduate programs, as well as a Doctor of Physical Therapy & Physician Assistant program. Marist has a branch campus in Florence, Italy, offering bachelor's & master's degrees, as well as a #1 nationally ranked Study Abroad program.

    At Marist, we're proud of the success of our students; 95% of graduates are employed or attending graduate school within 6 months of graduation. We are consistently ranked a “Top 50 College That Creates Futures.”

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    Admissions

    Application Deadline
    February 15
    Acceptance Rate
    55%
    SAT Range
    No data available  
    ACT Range
    26-30
    Application Fee
    $50
    SAT/ACT
    Neither required nor recommended
    High School GPA
    Required
    Accepts Common App
    Yes

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    Cost

    Net Price
    $38,797 / year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $21,938 / year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    94%

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    Academics

    Professors
    grade C+
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    15:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
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    Majors

    The Power of "And"

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    Students get to choose "and," not "or," when it comes to their education. They can easily combine majors, minors, and concentrations to fit their passions through a distinct blend of liberal arts and professional education. The results? Limitless opportunities for learning and collaboration. Students developed into skilled leaders and professionals who are prepared for the ever-changing workplace.

    Online

    Programs Offered Entirely Online
    0
    Offers Online Courses
    Yes
    Online Certificate Programs
    0
    Online Associates Programs
    0
    Online Bachelor's Programs
    0
    How Students Learn
    • Mix of Online and on Campus
      52%
    • On Campus
      44%
    • Online
      4%

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    4,947 Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    735
    Undergrads Over 25
    3%
    Pell Grant
    17%
    Varsity Athletes
    8%
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    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    95%
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    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $56,900 / year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    85%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    95%
    National
    83%

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