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Marist University
Marist University admits a bit under 60% of applicants; strong grades put you in the conversation at Marist University, and the data below says what "strong" means.
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Marist University occupies suburban Poughkeepsie, NY — a private campus quieter than a downtown one, closer to one than a rural seat.
Its highest-earning path is Economics, where graduates median $118,557 four years out. 14.4% of undergraduates carry Pell grants — a plain read on who the campus actually serves. With 5,182 undergraduates and a residential core, weekends happen on campus — and 86.1% of first-years come back for a second year.
Submitters admitted here typically landed between 1220 and 1360 — above the NY middle for four-year schools. Put your own practice estimate on Marist University's range with the SAT calculator, or bring a saved GPA from the grade tools.
Admissions
In the Fall 2023 cycle, Marist University received 10,224 applications and admitted 6,616 (64.7%), with 1,287 enrolling.
Marist University is test-optional: scores are considered when submitted but not required. The 1220–1360 range below describes admitted students who chose to submit — typically Marist University's stronger testers — so treat it as the higher end of what gets in.
| Score | 25th | 50th | 75th |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading & Writing | 620 | 650 | 690 |
| SAT Math | 600 | 630 | 670 |
| ACT Composite | 27 | 28 | 30 |
Percentiles are among students who submitted scores (Fall 2023 admissions cycle).
How Marist University compares
| Marist University | New York median | National median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acceptance rate | 56.5% | 70.1% | 77.2% |
| Tuition (in-state) | $47,750 | $17,408 | $19,591 |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $77,819 | $60,236 | $53,781 |
Earnings data favors Marist University: $77,819 median at year ten, versus $60,236 across New York institutions.
Cost, size & completion
Tuition runs $47,750 regardless of where you're from. At Marist University, that sticker is a starting point for aid talks — not what the median family pays.
At 5,182 undergrads, Marist University is a mid-sized campus by U.S. standards.
79.6% of Marist University students finish a bachelor's within six years — 24.7 points above the national 54.9% — and the single best predictor that the $47,750 price above buys a degree, not just enrollment.
Top majors by earnings at Marist University
| Bachelor's program | Median earnings, 4 yrs after completion |
|---|---|
| Economics | $118,557 |
| Computer Science | $111,893 |
| Applied Mathematics | $109,170 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $106,313 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | $102,640 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | $101,370 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $90,855 |
| Biology, General | $81,936 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $74,726 |
| Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations | $74,534 |
| Political Science and Government | $74,308 |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | $73,868 |
| Psychology, Other | $67,205 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General | $67,076 |
| Design and Applied Arts | $66,010 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $65,881 |
| Psychology, General | $62,821 |
| Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy | $58,610 |
| Social Work | $55,501 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | $55,296 |
| English Language and Literature, General | $47,170 |
Median earnings for these 21 Marist University programs come from a different federal cohort than the campus-wide $77,819 above — compare rows to each other, not to that 10-year figure. 15 additional Marist University programs have earnings withheld under federal privacy rules.
Frequently asked questions
What GPA and test scores do you need for Marist University?
Among admitted students who submitted scores, the middle 50% scored 1220–1360 on the SAT. There's no published GPA cutoff — pair these ranges with the 56.5% admission rate to judge your odds.
What is Marist University's acceptance rate?
64.7% in the Fall 2023 cycle — 6,616 admitted from 10,224 applicants.
How much does Marist University cost?
At Marist University, published tuition is $47,750 — net price after aid usually comes in lower. That number is Marist University's ceiling, not a quote.
What do Marist University graduates earn?
Federal data puts median earnings at $77,819 ten years after enrolling. The table above breaks this down by major.
Similar colleges in New York
- Maria College of Albany — 44.5% admitted
- Manhattan School of Music — 40.8% admitted
- Jewish Theological Seminary of America — 48.6% admitted
- Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater — 53.3% admitted
Run your own numbers
Data: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard (Jun 2026), IPEDS ADM2023/HD2024. Retrieved 2026-09-01. Figures reflect the latest federal cohorts, which lag the current admissions cycle.