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Undergraduate Admission

Your Next Big Adventure Starts at Marist

Whether you're looking to study at our beautiful, riverfront campus, make memorable experiences through our #1 Study Abroad program, or are inspired to do more for the world around you, your Marist Red Fox journey will be nothing short of exciting. 

Ready to join our pack? 

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Dates and Deadlines

When applying for college, Marist provides a variety of application timelines, including early decision deadlines, an early action deadline, and regular decision deadline, helping you select the option that’s best for you.

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Image of Marist University's Early Action date, November 15 and early action deadline.
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An image of Regular Decision | February 15 | Notification by mid-March

 

Which Application Option Is Right For You?

Early Decision I

There are two Early Decision deadlines for students who know Marist is their unequivocal first choice and want to receive an admission decision in mid-December. This binding option requires admitted students to withdraw applications from other colleges or universities to which they're admitted and submit a non-refundable deposit by February 15.

Early Decision Deadline: November 15

Early Action

Marist also offers an Early Action option for students who may not be ready to commit. The Early Action deadline for this non-binding option is November 15, and decisions are mailed mid-January. Accepted candidates will have until May 1 to submit a non-refundable deposit.

Early Action Deadline: November 15

Early Decision II

The second binding option is Early Decision II. Early Decision deadline II applications must be completed by February 15, and decisions will be mailed in late February. Accepted candidates are required to submit a non-refundable deposit by March 1.

Early Decision Deadline II: February 15

Regular Decision

The last deadline for first-year students applying for college is Regular Decision. These non-binding applications must be received by February 15, and decisions are mailed in mid-March. Accepted candidates have until May 1 to submit a non-refundable deposit.

Regular Decision Deadline: February 15

What You Need to Apply

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MARIST RED CHECKMARK, GREY BACKGROUND   Application: You can choose between the Marist Application (online or print) or Common Application 

MARIST RED CHECKMARK, GREY BACKGROUND   Secondary school transcript(s)

MARIST RED CHECKMARK, GREY BACKGROUND   One Letter of Recommendation: A counselor's letter of recommendation is required. A teacher's letter of recommendation is optional.

MARIST RED CHECKMARK, GREY BACKGROUND   Personal essay

MARIST RED CHECKMARK, GREY BACKGROUND   Any supplemental materials: Check if your desired program requires application supplements

MARIST RED CHECKMARK, GREY BACKGROUND   You are welcome to submit your test scores. Marist is a test-optional school, therefore SAT/ACT scores are not required. This helps us put emphasis on your merit and who you are as a person, rather than relying on scores

MARIST RED CHECKMARK, GREY BACKGROUND   Applying to the First-Year Abroad program? Be sure to indicate your interest on your application and review the Admission Requirements for Florence and Dublin.

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Accepted Student Profile: Class of 2029

We selected our class of over 1,300 first-year students from over from all corners of the map! From the Midwest to the South, to every state in the Northeast, as well as Puerto Rico, the District of Columbia, and 29 countries are represented in the class in 2029. Here's the breakdown:

Average GPA: 92.3%
The middle 50% of accepted students averaged between 89 and 96 for their GPA.

SAT:
The middle 50% scored between 1210 and 1330; an average 1256 SAT score.

 

Full Accepted Student Profile

 

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Admission Criteria

Students interested in applying should rank in the top half of their graduating class and hold a recalculated average of 88-93 or 3.1 – 3.7. Leadership qualities and high school activities are also important. The following minimum admission criteria must be met by candidates:

  • 4 years of English
  • 3 years of Science
  • 3 years of Math
  • 3 years of History/Social Studies
  • 2 years of a foreign language
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Get Credit for AP, IB, and Dual Enrollment Courses

We understand that you've worked hard to complete AP, IB, and dual enrollment college courses while still in high school, and we strive to reward your hard work. Marist's AP and IB credit policies are flexible and student-friendly. Our Transfer Credit Roadmap will estimate how many of your AP, IB, and dual enrollment college credits will transfer to your desired degree program at Marist. We'll ensure you make the most of your educational experience, whether that means accelerating your degree, creating additional time to study abroad, pursuing another internship, or adding a minor or second major to your degree plan.

See how your credits will transfer

Frequently Asked Questions

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After You Apply

To check the status of your application, please visit your personalized Admission Applicant Portal. If you completed a Common Application you will create a new account. If you completed a Marist application you will login with the same email and password you created for the application.  Please note: Admission decisions will first be delivered via 1st Class US Post Office Mail and then be available via the student portal. Click here to learn more.

If you have problems or questions about the login process or forgot your Username/Password, please contact the Admission Office at 845-575-3226 or admission@marist.edu.

Marist values the achievements of students and how their talents build a dynamic community for living and learning. All undergraduate students are eligible to receive merit- and need-based scholarships. All applicants are considered for merit- and need-based scholarships, which range in value and can be renewed for four years of undergraduate study. Learn more here.

Marist's Honors Program comprises our highest-achieving students from all majors and academic backgrounds. The Honors Program program strives to keep students academically challenged while building character, cultivating leadership skills, and emphasizing the importance of civic learning and global citizenship. Learn more about Marist's Honors Program.

Discover the complete list of undergraduate, graduate, and adult undergraduate programs offered at Marist.