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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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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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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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Ready to turn your passion for art into a successful future? Whether you choose to pursue Marist’s B.S. in Studio Art or a concentration in Studio Art through our B.A. in Fine Arts, we have the tools, resources, faculty, and facilities to prepare you for a successful career after graduation.
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Meet Fine Arts Major, Bridget
A major in fine arts with concentrations in studio art and art history and a minor in photography, Bridget Stevens explored woodworking, ceramics, oil painting, and printmaking mediums while at Marist. Much of her artwork includes plants, animals, and natural elements, aiming to capture the beauty of nature while also conveying the complexity of the human mind. She participated in various exhibitions, including the Senior Exhibition titled "IDENTITY." She also co-curated an exhibit titled "Canvas & Vinyl" which featured her work with other fellow senior art students.
Customize Your Studio Art Curriculum
The variety of Studio Art programs available to you as a Marist student allows you to develop a curriculum that is best for your interests in career goals. You can either pursue one of two Studio Art programs:
- B.S. in Studio Art: hone your skills and harness your artistic potential with this carefully structured series of courses organized to broaden your understanding, aesthetic awareness, and technical abilities in the studio arts
- B.S. in Fine Arts with a concentration in Studio Art: an excellent option for students who are planning to double-major or have multiple minors; also encourages customization in specialty tracks: Digital Media, Drawing, Graphic Design, Painting, or Photography
Broaden Your Horizons at the Venice Biennale
Along with the Studio Art program's emphasis on international study and access to our Marist in Manhattan internship program in New York City, our students also gain exposure to arguably the most important art exhibition in the world–the Venice Biennale. The Marist Biennale program is a four-week intensive immersion program in the Studio Arts in the Venice Biennale. Venice has the quality of being a living museum, and when our Studio Art students arrive in Venice, they are immediately artistically inspired and driven. Watch the video to hear from students who have participated in the Marist Biennale program.
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You’re More Than a Number
The art faculty at Marist is composed of full-time and visiting art professionals who are committed to creating a nurturing but challenging environment in which you can explore, experiment, and develop their own personal visions. With small classes and personalized attention, you’re never just a number at Marist. Studio classes are never larger than 20 students, with enrollment in most limited to 15.
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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.
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Employed or attending grad school 6 months after graduation
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Of Marist Graduates Participated in one or more internships
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Graduation rate, higher than the average for public and private colleges
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SCA’s Inaugural Student Showcase: Where Student Passion Meets the Alumni Network
From passion projects to professional advice, School of Communication and the Arts students showcased their work and connected with alumni shaping today’s communication and fashion industries. Go inside the April 10 showcase.
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.


