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Marist University
Poughkeepsie, NYPrivate NonprofitSuburb Setting
Moderately Selective • 57% Acceptance
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Overview & Identity
Marist University is a private nonprofit institution located in the suburb setting of Poughkeepsie, NY. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 5.2K students and has an admission acceptance rate of 57%.
Quick Facts
Institution Type
Private Nonprofit
Student Population
5.2K (Medium)
Admissions Selectivity
57% (Moderately Selective)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
Suburb
Admissions & Academics
Admitted Student Scores
SAT Reading600 - 680
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math590 - 660
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite25 - 31
1typical 50% range36
57%
Acceptance Rate
Moderately Selective
Top Majors & Programs
Business & Marketing28% of degrees
Biological Sciences6% of degrees
Social Sciences4% of degrees
Health Sciences2% of degrees
Programs / Fields of Study
Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $150,973
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $142,180
Earnings 5yr: $112,359
Debt: N/A
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $127,221
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Economics.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $118,557
Earnings 5yr: $117,164
Debt: $26,000
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $115,873
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Computer Science.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $111,893
Earnings 5yr: $120,803
Debt: $25,897
Applied Mathematics.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $109,170
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $26,000
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $106,313
Earnings 5yr: $90,235
Debt: $23,250
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $102,640
Earnings 5yr: $100,196
Debt: $27,000
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $101,370
Earnings 5yr: $88,213
Debt: N/A
Public Administration.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $99,846
Earnings 5yr: $96,529
Debt: N/A
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $90,855
Earnings 5yr: $89,506
Debt: $26,000
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $90,060
Earnings 5yr: $86,248
Debt: N/A
Biology, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $81,936
Earnings 5yr: $80,780
Debt: $26,000
Legal Support Services.
Credential: Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings 4yr: $80,844
Earnings 5yr: $92,768
Debt: $26,000
Communication and Media Studies.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $74,726
Earnings 5yr: $72,563
Debt: $26,000
Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $74,534
Earnings 5yr: $81,498
Debt: $25,000
Political Science and Government.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $74,308
Earnings 5yr: $69,099
Debt: $23,250
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $74,187
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $74,053
Earnings 5yr: $70,659
Debt: N/A
Tuition & Cost Portrait
Avg Net Price$41,544
In-State Tuition$47,750
Out-of-State Tuition$47,750
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.
Financial Assistance & Support
14%
Pell Grants
46%
Take Loans
79%
Repayment
Student Outcomes & ROI
Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation
6 Years Post-Entry
$62,546
+24% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$77,819
Completion Signals
80%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
86%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$21,500
Est. Monthly Payment
$232/mo
Based on standard 10yr path
Campus & Demographics
Student Demographics & Community
Diversity Mix
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Gender Balance
42%
Men58%
WomenThe campus gender distribution displays a split of 42% men and 58% women.
Student Vitals
First-Gen Share
19%
Part-Time Share
3%
Avg Family Income
$126,490
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