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Marist University

Poughkeepsie, NY·Private·~57% acceptance

Marist University is a private university in Poughkeepsie, NY. It admits about 57% of applicants. Students pay an average net price of about $41,544 per year after financial aid. About 80% of students graduate, and alumni earn a median of about $77,819 ten years after enrolling.

Average cost
$41,544/yr avg net price after aid
Full cost $67,574
Aid cuts ~$26,030/yr on average

Average across all aided students (U.S. College Scorecard). Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take the free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.

Deadlines
ED
Nov 1
EA
Nov 15
RD
Feb 15

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Admissions
GPA range3.51–4
SAT (middle 50%)1190–1340
ACT (middle 50%)25–31
Test policyTest optional
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
80%
graduation rate
86%
freshman retention
$62,546
median earnings, 6yr
$77,819
median earnings, 10yr
How Marist reads an application

What Marist values

Very important
Course rigorGrades (GPA)
Important
Character / personal qualities
Also considered
Class rankTest scoresApplication essaysExtracurricularsTalent / abilityFirst-generation statusGeographic residenceVolunteer workWork experienceDemonstrated interest

From Marist’s Common Data Set. Put your effort where it counts most.

What Marist requires

Required
Grades (GPA)Course rigorCollege-prep programRecommendationsApplication essaysTOEFL / English proficiency
Considered
Class rankTest scoresDemonstration of competenciesWork experience

From federal IPEDS data — what Marist requires vs considers (not how heavily each is weighed).

Frequently asked questions
What is Marist University's acceptance rate?
Marist University admits about 57% of applicants.
How much does Marist University cost?
At Marist University, the average net price after aid is about $41,544 per year, and the full cost of attendance is about $67,574 per year before aid. Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Marist University?
The middle 50% of admitted students score 1190–1340 on the SAT and 25–31 on the ACT.
What are Marist University's application deadlines?
Marist University's deadlines are Early Decision around Nov 1, Early Action around Nov 15, Regular Decision around Feb 15. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.
What does Marist University value most in applicants?
In its most recent Common Data Set, Marist University rates Course rigor and Grades (GPA) as "very important" in admissions decisions, and also weighs Character / personal qualities. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker to see how your profile lines up.

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