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Marist University

Poughkeepsie, NY · Private nonprofit · Large suburb · Website

Admission rate
56%
Accessible
Average net price
$42,789
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
81%
Median earnings
$84,453
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Marist University is a private nonprofit college in Poughkeepsie, NY with 5,182 undergraduates. It admits 56% of applicants, and admitted students average 1295 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $42,789 per year ($31,630 for families earning under $30,000). 81% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $84,453 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
56%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
10,224
Fall 2023
Admitted
6,616
Fall 2023
Yield
20%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing600–680
200800
SAT Math590–660
200800
ACT Composite25–31
136

What Marist University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesConsidered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$69,841
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$49,900

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$31,630
  • $30–48k$32,487
  • $48–75k$32,721
  • $75–110k$39,526
  • $110k+$46,496

Get a personal estimate with Marist University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
81%
Freshman retention
86%
Median earnings
$84,453
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$24,250
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
5,182
Student–faculty ratio
15:1
Receive Pell grants
18%
  • White72%
  • Hispanic14%
  • Black3%
  • Asian4%

Marist University FAQ

What is Marist University's acceptance rate?+

Marist University admits 56% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Marist University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 600–680 on SAT Reading and Writing and 590–660 on SAT Math; the average total is 1295.

What ACT score do you need for Marist University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 25–31.

Is Marist University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Marist University?+

In Fall 2023, 10,224 students applied to Marist University and 6,616 were admitted; 1,287 enrolled.

Does Marist University consider legacy status?+

No. Marist University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Marist University require an essay?+

Marist University reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Marist University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $69,841 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $42,789.

What is Marist University's graduation rate?+

81% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

Sources

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