There is a dual application process. You must complete both the Marist application for general admission as well as the Learning Disabilities Supplementary Application. Our application must be submitted to our Office along with diagnostic testing and essay as described on the application. Letters of recommendation are required and should be from individuals who know you and your disability and can comment on your learning style.
The Marist deadline is February 15, and we must be in receipt of all application materials by that date. Filing early is strongly encouraged, however, students applying through the Program may not apply for Early Decision.
SATs must be filed with the Admissions Office. The Program seeks students with SAT scores of 950 or higher. A minimal verbal score of 450 is desired.
To be accepted into the Program, an interview with the Office of Special Services is required. These interviews are by invitation only.
Yes. There are usually a few spaces available in January.
We do not have a quota. The number of students accepted varies each year depending upon the number of spaces that become available.
A student must decide whether to apply through regular Admissions or through the Learning Disabilities Support Program. If you apply through the Learning Disabilities Support Program and are rejected, you are rejected from Marist. If you apply through the College's general admissions, you must meet the general admissions standards.
It is important that you compare the current criteria set forth by Marist general Admissions with those established by our Program.
No two applicants are alike. There are often differences that will be revealed in the students. essays, recommendations, interviews, documentation, etc.
The number of individuals who apply makes it impossible for us to interview everyone. Your high school transcript, diagnostic testing and recommendations are a basis for comparison with other applicants so that we can select those most likely to succeed.
All students are mainstreamed into regular classes.
Possibly, but not by design.
We encourage all students to discuss their learning needs and any accommodations which might be necessary with their professor(s).
Math waivers are granted on occasion, but are very difficult to obtain.
Freshmen usually meet with the Specialist twice a week, each session being 45 minutes in length.
When services of the L.D. Specialist are no longer needed, students may phase out of the Program. That determination is mutually agreed upon between the student and the Specialist.
You can be in the Program for as long as you believe you need the services.
Statistics have proven that a student's chances of success at Marist are greatly increased when they use the Program's services and supports. If a student does not make use of the services, the matter will be discussed, and the student will be advised to withdraw from the Program to make room for another student in need of services.
Many students complete their undergraduate degree in 4 years, but it is not uncommon for students to take an extra semester or two to complete the requirements.
