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About
Marist University Commencement
Celebrating the class of 2026!
• The Graduate Ceremony will be held on Thursday, May 21.
• The Undergraduate Ceremony will be held on Friday, May 22.About
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Academics
Marist University Commencement
Celebrating the class of 2026!
• The Graduate Ceremony will be held on Thursday, May 21.
• The Undergraduate Ceremony will be held on Friday, May 22.Academics
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Admission & Financial Aid
Marist University Commencement
Celebrating the class of 2026!
• The Graduate Ceremony will be held on Thursday, May 21.
• The Undergraduate Ceremony will be held on Friday, May 22.Admission & Financial Aid
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Student Life
Marist University Commencement
Celebrating the class of 2026!
• The Graduate Ceremony will be held on Thursday, May 21.
• The Undergraduate Ceremony will be held on Friday, May 22.Student Life
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A Program for Ethical Leaders
As leaders of the future, Marist students in the Business Administration concentration in Management receive a solid grounding in the principles and practices of management with opportunities to develop critical managerial skills while allowing flexibility to tailor coursework to specific areas of interest. In addition, there is the opportunity to incorporate a specific track in Human Resources Management or Leadership.
A robust curriculum...
Marist students receive a balanced educational experience with a combination of a liberal arts foundation, fundamental theory in their major, and practical experience in their future field. Along with core and major coursework, students will also study Management and Human Resources. Additionally, students can tailor their concentration by selecting two additional courses among ten, with the opportunity to add a Human Resource Management or Leadership track.
Our optional tracks allow students to dive deeper into topics in Human Resources Management or Leadership. Students can choose from a list of electives specific to each track to tailor their own experience, such as:
...with access to professional organizations.
The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) is the leading voice of the human resource profession, representing the interests of more than 80,000 professional and student members from around the world. As a Marist student, you have exciting access to this important group.
The benefits of membership include networking opportunities with real-life HR professionals in the Hudson Valley, attending conferences to hear outstanding speakers, receiving cutting edge publications such as HR Magazine and HR news, and getting discounts to national and international conferences where over 6,000 professionals gather. SHRM also sponsors scholarships and awards and provides research assistance.
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Mabel combines entrepreneurial skills and community spirit to inspire change.
Inspired to Lead and Foster Community, transferring to Marist transformed Mabel's journey. As a star student and Saxbys' first Student CEO, she gained hands-on experience running a small business. Inspired by the Hudson River views and the fashion merchandising program, Mabel led sustainability initiatives, studied abroad in Italy, and grew as a dynamic leader and learner—all thanks to Marist's supportive, experiential focus.
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The Value of a Marist Education
Marist cultivates the intellectual growth and well-being of its students through unique and personalized combinations of coursework and experience in and out of the classroom. These experiences provide valuable personal growth and occupational expertise to reflect students' individual passions.
94%
Employed or attending grad school 6 months after graduation
83%
Of Marist Graduates Participated in one or more internships
82%
Graduation rate, higher than the average for public and private colleges
#1
Marist study abroad is the national leader for academic year programs, per Open Doors Report.

Top 10 Regional Universities-North
TOP25
Top 20 for Most Innovative Universities-North Region, per The Princeton Review.
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A transformative investment starting in the 2026-27 academic year will open doors for more students while fueling Marist's growing academic impact.
Center for Business Experience Ignites Career Readiness
Built to support career readiness and provide a dedicated space for experiential learning, the School of Management’s Center for Business Experience has become a go-to resource for workshops, mock interviews, and professional development.
Earth Week at Marist Highlights Student Leadership in Sustainability
Student leaders turned sustainability into action through hands-on efforts that built community, encouraged care for the campus environment, and reflected Marist’s connection between real-world engagement and personal well-being.


