Marist University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Poughkeepsie, New York with 5,182 undergraduates. It admits 57% of applicants, costs an average of $42,789 a year after grants and graduates 81% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Marist University acceptance rate and admissions
Marist University admitted 57% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 600 to 680, math 590 to 660). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Marist University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early decision | Nov 1, 2026 (passed) |
| Early decision II | Feb 15, 2027 |
| Early action | Nov 15, 2026 |
| Regular decision | Feb 15, 2027 |
Next deadline: Early action, Nov 15, 2026. Application fee through the Common App: $50 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Marist University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Marist University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $49,900 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $19,350 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $69,841 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $42,789 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $42,789 a year after grants and scholarships, $27,052 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Marist University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Marist University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 81% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $84,453 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $24,250 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 29% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Marist University majors and what graduates earn
Marist University awarded bachelor's degrees in 34 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from economics ($118,557).
All 34 majors at Marist University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Marist University
13 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 13 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and information sciences | Master's | 122 | $91,640 | n/a |
| Business administration | Master's | 81 | $110,439 | $30,625 |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | Master's | 52 | $126,512 | $152,168 |
| Public administration | Master's | 51 | $82,352 | $29,067 |
| Computer Programming | Master's | 41 | n/a | n/a |
| Public relations and advertising | Master's | 40 | $67,921 | $20,500 |
| Psychology, Other | Master's | 34 | $64,898 | $20,247 |
| Physical and occupational therapy | Professional doctorate | 20 | n/a | n/a |
| Mental health counseling | Master's | 17 | n/a | $43,000 |
| Accounting | Master's | 15 | $84,945 | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 13 | n/a | n/a |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 11 | $71,488 | $38,820 |
| Computer Software and Media Applications | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
Trade and career programs at Marist University
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paralegal | Certificate | 36 | $52,421 | $80,844 | $24,250 |
Students and location
- 5,182 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 58% women, 42% men
- 15 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large suburb
- Accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Marist University?
Marist University admitted 57% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Marist University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $49,900. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $42,789 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Marist University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 600 to 680 in reading and writing and 590 to 660 in math, and 25 to 31 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Marist University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Marist University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Marist University?
81% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Marist University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $84,453 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.