Marist University
Poughkeepsie, NY · Private Nonprofit
Test scores
Admitted students score between 1190 and 1340 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
ACT midpoint: 28
Popular programs at Marist University
Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.
| # | Program | Stairway Ranking | Graduates/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Business Administration, Management and Operations. | 270 | |
| 2 | Communication and Media Studies. | 193 | |
| 3 | Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations. | 99 | |
| 4 | Psychology, General. | 96 | |
| 5 | Criminal Justice and Corrections. | 63 | |
| 6 | Biology, General. | 54 | |
| 7 | Computer Science. | 46 | |
| 8 | Political Science and Government. | 44 | |
| 9 | Design and Applied Arts. | 44 | |
| 10 | Accounting and Related Services. | 41 | |
| 11 | Fine and Studio Arts. | 37 | |
| 12 | Psychology, Other. | 28 | |
| 13 | Special Education and Teaching. | 26 | |
| 14 | Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | 26 | |
| 15 | Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | 26 | |
| 16 | Computer and Information Sciences, General. | 23 | |
| 17 | Economics. | 21 | |
| 18 | Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | 20 | |
| 19 | English Language and Literature, General. | 20 | |
| 20 | Social Work. | 19 |
Showing top 20 of 32 programs
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Marist University?
Marist University has an acceptance rate of 57% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.
What SAT score do I need for Marist University?
Admitted students at Marist University typically score between 1190 and 1340 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does Marist University cost?
The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Marist University is approximately $41,544 per year.
What is the graduation rate at Marist University?
4-year graduation rate data for Marist University is not currently published.
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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.
