Marist University
Marist University
At Marist University, students embrace the power of "and," not "or." Here, you can pursue academic excellence and hands-on experience, career preparation and personal exploration, local connections and global opportunities. Through nearly 50 majors across six schools, students are encouraged to combine disciplines, explore their passions, and customize an educational experience that reflects their goals.
Located on the banks of the scenic Hudson River in New York’s Hudson Valley, Marist offers a globally connected education rooted in experiential learning. Students gain real-world experience through internships, research, leadership opportunities, and study abroad programs, including opportunities at Marist's campus in Florence, Italy. Home to more than 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students, Marist prepares graduates to thrive in a rapidly changing world and lead lives of purpose and impact.
Academic Programs
- Art & Design
- Business
- Communication
- Computer Science
- Design
- Economics
- Education
- Fashion
- Finance/Accounting
- Government/Political Science
- Health Science
- Liberal Arts
- Mathematics
- Music
- Performing Arts
- Research
- Science
- Social Science
- Technology
- Visual Arts
Student experience
- Athletics
- Co-op/Internship Opportunities
- Community Service
- Disability Services
- Greek Life
- Intramural/Club Sports
- LGBTQIA Services
- Military/Veteran Services
- Night Class Offerings
- On-Campus Housing
- ROTC Program
- Study Abroad
- Undergraduate Research
- Veteran Fee Waiver
Application information
Find out about requirements, fees, and deadlines
Your talents, skills, and personal experiences are what set you apart and make you unique. We are test optional; however, for students who choose to submit SAT/ACT scores, we accept official or self-reported scores. Students interested in applying to Marist typically rank in the top half of their graduating class and hold a recalculated average of 3.3 or better. We place an emphasis on your high school transcript.
Application Deadlines:
- November 1: Early Decision (binding)
- November 15: Early Action
- February 15: Early Decision II (binding) and Regular Decision
The admission committee takes many aspects into consideration during the application review process, including your academic preparation and performance, extracurricular and leadership accomplishments, recommendations, essay, and interest in Marist. We are test optional; however, for students who choose to submit SAT/ACT scores, we accept official or self-reported scores. We understand that transfer students often take different paths prior to coming to Marist, and the admission committee is sensitive to the many challenges that transfer students face.
Additional Information
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“At Marist, I don’t have to limit myself to a single identity. I’m not just a student, or an athlete, or a biology major; I’m all of those things and more.”
Admissions office
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Address
3399 North Rd
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601, United States of America
Phone number
(845) 575-3226
For first-year students
Admissions website
Financial aid website
For transfer students
Admissions website
Financial aid website
Guaranteed admission website
Region
Mid-Atlantic