Marist College
Poughkeepsie, NY | marist.edu
Located on the banks of the historic Hudson River and at its Florence, Italy campus, Marist College is a comprehensive, independent institution grounded in the liberal arts. 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 5,000 traditional-age undergraduate students and 1,400 adult and graduate students in 47 undergraduate majors and numerous graduate programs, including fully online MBA, MPA, MS, and MA degrees, and also Doctor of Physical Therapy and Physician Assistant programs.
Representatives
Joanne Germano
Director of Western US Admission
845-329-4166
joanne.germano@marist.edu
Based in San Diego, CA
Details
Institution Type
Private
Campus Setting
Suburban
Closest Airport (Distance)
JFK (75 mi)
Enrollment (Undergrad / Total)
5,500 / 6,500
Average Class Size
18 - 26
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
16:1
Student Population
(Out of State / Diverse / Intl)
40% / 30% / 5%
Athletics Division
Division I
Athletics League
Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC)
Mid-Range ACT / SAT
27 - 29 / 1240 - 1300
Mid-Range GPA
3.5 - 3.8
GPA Consideration (W or UW)
Admission: Weighted or Unweighted
Scholarships: Weighted or Unweighted
Applications / Admits (Admit Rate)
11,000 / 6,000 (55%)
Deposits
1,350
Applications Accepted
Common App
University-Specific App
Application Information
Test Optional? Yes
Demonstrated Interest? Yes
Rolling Admission? Sometimes
Admission Interview? Optional
Need-blind Admission? Yes
WUE Tuition Exchange? No
CA Specific Scholarships? No
Freshman App Deadlines
Early Decision I: Nov. 15
Early Action: Nov. 15
Early Decision II: Feb. 15
Regular Decision: Feb. 15
Transfer App Deadline
Fall Preferred: July 1
Spring Preferred: Dec 1
Merit-Based Scholarship Consideration is Evaluated From
The Admission Application
Merit-Based Scholarship Deadline for Freshmen
Early Decision I: Nov. 15
Early Action: Nov. 15
Early Decision II: Feb. 15
Regular Decision: Feb. 15
Merit-Based Scholarship Deadline for Transfers
Fall Preferred: July 1
Spring Preferred: Dec 1
Link to Scholarship Info
https://www.marist.edu/financial-aid/freshman/types-of-aid/scholarships
Points of Pride
#1 for Study Abroad
95% of students are employed or attending graduate school six months after graduation
83% of students participate in one or more internships
