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Marist At A Glance
Located on the banks of the historic Hudson River and at its Florence, Italy campus, Marist is consistently recognized for excellence by The Princeton Review, U.S. News & World Report, Kiplinger’s Personal Finance, and Open Doors Report, among others.
Ranked a Top 50 “College That Creates Futures,” we like to say our numbers have names and our facts have faces, because at Marist we believe in a personalized education. A college experience that’s grounded in the liberal arts with an emphasis on pre-professional training, and where students tailor their living and learning experiences to what sparks their passions and prepares them for lifelong success.
Meet Marist
By The Numbers
Academic Programs
- 47 Bachelor's programs
- 59 Minor's programs
- 14 Master's programs
- 1 Doctoral program
- 7 Advanced Certificate programs
- 8 Certificate programs
Faculty
- 225 full-time faculty lines
- 329 adjuncts
- 16:1 student to faculty ratio
Students
- 6,464 total student population
- 5,475 traditional undergraduates
- 989 full-and part-time graduate students
- 58% female; 42% male
Student Clubs and Organizations
- 80+ clubs and organizations
Athletics
- NCAA Division I (Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference - MAAC and Pioneer Football League - PFL)
- 23 intercollegiate varsity sports teams
- 18 club teams
The Students Behind The Numbers
Featured News
An accomplished leader with diverse levels of expertise, Dean Slater was recently appointed to the Board of Directors for the American Conference of Academic Deans. Learn more about her active lifestyle and her efforts to improve equity and student success in challenging science courses.
Between 2 Foxes: Marist Italy Edition
In this Between 2 Foxes from Florence, President Kevin Weinman and Marist alumna Autumn Wood '20 discuss her journey in the Florence Bachelor’s Program—and share hot takes on pizza, cappuccino, and gelato!
Marist to Honor Veterans with Week of Events
The College community will come together to recognize the service and sacrifice of those who have dedicated their lives to protecting the nation.
New Intramural Sports, Fitness Classes, and Improved Experiences for All
Marist Recreation is evolving this semester, offering a range of new intramural sports, expanded fitness classes, and a renewed focus on creating a positive game experience through enhanced referee training.
Celebrating Homecoming & Reunion Weekend
See the sights of a beautiful weekend on campus, meet this year’s Alumni Association Award recipients, and experience a unique giveaway at Tenney Stadium.
Marist Students Ensure Peers are Prepared to Vote
With one week until Election Day, the nonpartisan MaristVOTES initiative is helping students participate in the democratic process, while the campus also hosted a high-profile congressional debate.
Additional Rankings & Distinctions
Fashion
Marist’s Fashion Program was one of 10 colleges and universities in the world named one of the "Best Colleges That Are Shaping The Future Of Fashion" by Forbes. Additionally, it was named among the "Best Fashion Schools for Design, Marketing, and More" by Vogue. The premier industry publication Business of Fashion has released its Global Ranking of Fashion Schools and Marist is top-ranked in the following categories:
• Fashion Design
• Fashion Business
Digital Media
Marist's School of Communication & the Arts is ranked as the "Best School for a Degree in Digital Media" by Study.com
Games and Emerging Media
The Games and Emerging Media program was lauded by The Princeton Review as one of the top gaming design programs for undergraduates. Marist has earned this ranking each year since 2016. The list ranks top college programs for video game design based on institutional survey data, including academic offerings in game design, faculty credentials, and career outcomes.
Business Administration
MBA Central's "The 20 Best New York Online MBA Degree Programs" placed Marist as the top online MBA program in New York. Marist's online MBA program was additionally ranked in U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Online Education Program,” and Fortune Education recently named Marist’s fully online MBA program as one of the Best Regional Online MBA Programs in the Northeast.
Professional Studies
Marist's online Bachelor’s degree program in Professional Studies was ranked in U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Online Education Program” rankings for 2023.
Marist is dedicated to helping students develop the intellect, character, and skills required for enlightened, ethical, and productive lives in the global community of the 21st century.
The College fulfills its mission by pursuing three ideals: excellence in education, a sense of community, and a commitment to service. These ideals were handed down to us by the Marist Brothers who founded the College. Now an independent institution governed by a lay board of trustees, Marist continues to embrace the three ideals as an integral part of the College mission.
Featured News
Office Hours With Dr. Alicia Slater, Dean of the School of Science
An accomplished leader with diverse levels of expertise, Dean Slater was recently appointed to the Board of Directors for the American Conference of Academic Deans. Learn more about her active lifestyle and her efforts to improve equity and student success in challenging science courses.
Between 2 Foxes: Marist Italy Edition
In this Between 2 Foxes from Florence, President Kevin Weinman and Marist alumna Autumn Wood '20 discuss her journey in the Florence Bachelor’s Program—and share hot takes on pizza, cappuccino, and gelato!
Marist to Honor Veterans with Week of Events
The College community will come together to recognize the service and sacrifice of those who have dedicated their lives to protecting the nation.
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