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Academics at Marist

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Let Marist Be The Passport For Your Future

Grounded in the liberal arts, Marist’s educational experience focuses on helping students develop the knowledge, character, and skills they’ll need to succeed and adapt through a lifetime of change. No matter your academic interest, Marist has a program of study that is right for you.
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Your Future As A Red Fox Starts Here

Though our students' paths to success may be different, one thing remains common: a Marist education will lead to the creation of great futures. At Marist, you can expect an enriching environment that will inspire your academic pursuits. Here, you'll be empowered to choose "and," not "or " when it comes to your education by combining majors, minors, and concentrations to fit your interests through a distinct blend of liberal arts and pre-professional studies. 

Academic Schools and Programs

Student success begins with a broad education across many disciplines – no matter your field of study, students learn to think logically and creatively and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Quality teaching in small classes is vital – when professors really know their students, this leads to mentorships, joint research projects, and intellectual guidance. Explore Marist's Academic Schools:

Honors Program

Honors Program students take seminar-style classes on important intellectual and social topics with Marist’s top faculty. These discussion-based courses, many of which overlap with general education Core requirements, foster a deeper, richer emphasis on critical thinking with a strong emphasis on ethics. A few of the many seminars offered include Hamilton the Musical, Technology and Ethics, Environmental Explorations of the Hudson Valley, Ethics of Food, and Psychology of Entertainment Media. The 18-credit Honors curriculum includes:

  • Honors First-Year Seminar (4 credits)
  • Honors Writing for College (3 credits)
  • Thematic and Civic Engagement Seminars (6 credits)
  • Honors by Contract (1 credit)
  • Honors Thesis (3 credit)
  • Honors Senior Seminar (1 credit)

Inspired to Shoot Hoops and Serve

Jackie is all about teamwork—on and off the court.

The biology major is a point guard for the Red Foxes and recently completed Marine Corps officer training. When she’s not scoring on the court, she’s immersed in her psychology and human bio studies preparing for her dream job as a U.S. Navy medic. Jackie is more than a DI athlete—she’s a leader on the court and in her community.

Jackie's Story
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Submit Your Deposit for Your Future at Marist

Commit to your academic future here at Marist. With an emphasis on quality teaching in a small classroom setting, our dedicated faculty are committed to students receiving a well-rounded education grounded in the liberal arts. We believe that excellence in education is collaborative among students and faculty and incorporates hands-on experiences and meaningful learning opportunities–everything from internships to study abroad programs, to leadership development initiatives. At Marist, it’s thought that the best type of education prepares students for success after graduation and beyond.

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Admitted Student Days

Visit Marist during one of our Admitted Student Days, which are tailored to our admitted students. Students and families can meet with faculty, students, and alumni, explore our facilities, and experience campus life firsthand. This program is offered on multiple days to ensure all families who want to attend an event, can do so.

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The Dyson Center

Whether your educational pursuit leads you to the School of Management, or you plan to study within the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, the reimagined Dyson Center is home to multiple academic endeavors. The transformed Dyson Center features state-of-the-art technology and multi-purpose collaborative spaces and incorporates environmentally sustainable elements to continue Marist's commitment to the environment. Students within both schools experience the benefits from the building's expansion, including a new Student Investment Center with a fully functional trading floor, and a dedicated contemporary STEM laboratory. Furthermore, the Dyson Center is also home to the Center for Career Services—an office that impacts all Marist students throughout their time here.