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About Marist University

private masters universitybusiness and tech focusmoderate selectivitytest optional admissions

Marist University is a private university in Poughkeepsie, NY, known for its private masters university, business and tech focus, and moderate selectivity. With an acceptance rate of 63%, Marist is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 1,334 students each year. Marist is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1200–1378, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Marist offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $23,968 per year; the sticker price of $61,080 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Marist University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

63%
Overall Accept Rate
1289
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1200 – 1378 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Marist University

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Essay Strategy
Marist places a strong emphasis on career-focused education, so connect your academic interests to specific programs like the Fashion Design, Communication, or Business programs when writing your essays. Name the actual program and explain how Marist's internship culture and Hudson Valley location fit your goals.
Demonstrated Interest
Marist hosts Open Houses and information sessions at its Poughkeepsie campus throughout the year, and attending one is a concrete way to show the admissions office that Marist is a genuine first choice, not just a safety school on your list.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Marist University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceAvg. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$61k/yr$26.1k
30k-48k~$61k/yr$27.2k
48k-75k~$61k/yr$36.2k
75k-110k~$61k/yr$42.0k
110k+~$61k/yr$45.6k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

80%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$63k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
5,126
Undergrad Enrollment

Student Body

Student body composition

Race & Ethnicity

72%White
14%Hispanic
4%Asian
4%Two or More Races
3%Black / African American
2%International
1%Unknown / Unreported
0%American Indian / AK Native
Gender42% Men · 58% Women
Citizenship / Immigration Status98% Citizens and Immigrants · 2% International
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