Marist College

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Marist College, recognized for excellence by U.S. News & World Report, Time, and "The Princeton Review," and by "Barron's Best Buys in College Education," is noted for its leadership in the use of technology to enhance the teaching and learning process. Founded in 1929, Marist's 210-acre campus overlooks the Hudson River in the heart of the historic Hudson Valley, midway between New York City and Albany, the state capital. What started as a school for the training of future Marist Brothers has developed into one of the leading colleges of the arts and sciences in the nation. Marist is ecumenical in character and reflects the ideals of the founder of the Marist Brothers, St. Marcellin Champagnat: commitment to excellence in education, a pursuit of higher human values, and dedication to the principle of service. Marist is dedicated to helping students develop the intellect, character, and skills required for enlightened, ethical, and productive lives in the global community of the 21st century.
Marist College, recognized for excellence by The Princeton Review, U.S. News & World Report, Kiplinger's Personal Finance, Barron's Best Buys in College Education, and Entrepreneur, is a highly selective comprehensive liberal arts institution noted for its leadership in the use of technology in and out of the classroom. Founded in 1929, Marist overlooks the Hudson River in Poughkeepsie, New York, midway between New York City and Albany, the state capital.
Marist College respects the right of students to participate in civic and political activity. We want to enroll young people engaged with the world around them and care about significant societal challenges. When applicants are subject to discipline by their schools for any reason, we consider the full context on a case-by-case basis. Applicants to Marist will not be adversely affected by the mere fact of disciplinary action based on responsible participation in peaceful, lawful demonstrations or protests.
Marist College offers students the power of a global university with a leading liberal arts college's personal touch.Founded in 1929, Marist's 210-acre campus overlooks the Hudson River in the heart of the historic Hudson Valley, midway between New York City and Albany, the state capital. Marist also has a branch campus in Florence, Italy, offering bachelor's and master's degrees and study abroad opportunities.
Marist welcomes approximately 300 transfer students per year from two-year and four-year colleges in the United States and abroad. Transfer students consistently cite the strong sense of community, abundant abroad opportunities, and fluid academic boundaries that blend experiential learning, research, and traditional classroom instruction among their top reasons for choosing Marist.
Transferring to Marist allows students to pursue their academic ambitions in an environment that will accommodate transfer students' unique needs. 20% of Marist undergrads transferred here – that is one in five students, and it speaks directly to the strong sense of community the College is recognized for.
One of the main reasons Marist is ranked so highly by U.S. News, Princeton Review, and Barron's, among many others, is the undergraduate students. In particular, our transfers consistently prove to be the most academically driven, innovative, and self-aware students. Their prior college experience has helped them understand exactly what they want, and they have come to Marist to achieve it.
Marist offers graduate degrees and advanced certificates designed with professionals in mind. Our programs focus on building skills, increasing earning potential, and strengthening your marketability. Marist College has a longstanding commitment to providing educational opportunities that accommodate the unique needs of working adults, including full-time and part-time options, 100% online and hybrid courses, and traditional classroom locations in Poughkeepsie, New York City, and Albany, as well as our branch campus in Florence, Italy.
The Pre-College Program offers many engaging activities beyond the classroom to ensure you make the most out of your two weeks on campus. You will have opportunities to engage with faculty, visit New York City, socialize with fellow high school students, and explore the Hudson Valley.
Marist welcomes international students interested in studying in the United States. International students find a pleasant, friendly attitude among the College's students, faculty, and administrators. Small classes encourage a personal and in-depth approach to learning, and the residential campus community fosters close friendships and active involvement in campus life.
Just over a century ago, the Marist Brothers came to New York's Hudson River Valley to train young men to continue the Brothers' vocation as great educators. What started as a seminary for the training of future Marist Brothers has developed into one of the leading colleges of the arts and sciences in the country. Marist College is now home to approximately 4,900 traditional undergraduate men and women, 1,000 graduate students, and 400 adult students. In 1947, the first graduating class of modern-day Marist College consisted of four Marist Brothers. Today, more than 38,000 alumni and alumnae call Marist alma mater. Marist has a proud tradition that laid the foundation for a state-of-the-art campus for students preparing to enter the 21st-century workforce.Marist College follows in the tradition of great institutions like Harvard University and the College of William and Mary, founded as seminaries and developed into independent academies of higher learning.

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