About Marist College

Founded in 1929, Marist College is a Private college. Located in Poughkeepsie, which is a city setting in New York, the campus itself is Suburban . The campus is home to 5,616 full time undergraduate students, and 953 full time graduate students.

Campus Topics

14%
"We're apathetic"
41%
"We know about current events and vote"
41%
"We participate and encourage others to get involved"
4%
"There's nothing we won't protest"
8%
"We save it for the classroom"
31%
"Sometimes, but not often"
54%
"There's usually intelligent conversation to be found"
8%
"All the time, including weekends"
4%
"It's not really our thing"
35%
"Occasinally we gallery crawl"
48%
"There are a variety of opportunities"
13%
"We're a very artistic group"
0%
"I'm always terrified"
6%
"I only go out in groups"
26%
"I usually let someone know where I'm going"
68%
"I feel extremely safe"
27%
"We don't play sports"
0%
"We play recreationally"
40%
"We bought the gear"
33%
"We live for the big game"
2%
"Haven't met them"
2%
"Available in class"
50%
"They keep regular office hours"
46%
"They're always available"
11%
"No greek life, but other groups to join"
72%
"There is some involvement, but not a lot"
15%
"Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity"
2%
"It's everything. If you're not greek, you're a geek"
4%
"We're not into drinking at all"
19%
"Maybe a little, but it's not a big thing"
43%
"We only party on weekends"
34%
"There's some drinking happening every night"
17%
"Never, we're here to learn"
58%
"There might be people who do"
19%
"People are known to partake on weekends"
6%
"There's a huge drug scene"

Admissions Requirements for Marist College

Admissions at Marist College are considered More Selective, with 40% of all applicants being admitted. In the 2017/2018 school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 11% of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling. 95% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 70% were in the top quarter, and 23% were in the top tenth.

The application fee is $ 50 and you can apply online.

SAT Range: N/A

Reading & Writing N/A
Math N/A
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Math N/A
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Student Body

Students

58%

female

42%

male

5,616

Total Undergrad Enrollment

953

Total Grad Students

53%

Out-Of-State

44%

In-State

3%

International

Organizations

84

Student Organizations

3

Fraternities

4

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

48%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
3%
% Black or African-American
4%
% Hispanic/Latino
9%
% White or Caucasian
73%

Academics

The Marist College Academic calendar runs on a semester basis. In the 2017/2018 school year the student to faculty ratio was 16:1. There are 232 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Marist College include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Cost

The total cost to attend on campus is $50,760. Let's break that cost down. Room and board will run $14,650 annually. Books and Supplies will cost another $1,000. And lastly, in state tuition and fees is $35,110. Additional cost elements for out of state students are as follows:

Cost Out of State

$35,110

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,000

Books and Supplies

$14,650

Room and Board

50,760

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$22,458
$30 - $48K
$25,508
$48 - $75K
$30,096
$75 - $110K
$34,600
$110K & UP
$39,880

Financial Aid

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

91% of students attending Marist College receive some sort of financial aid. 15% were awarded federal grants. While 60% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

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