Marist College

Marist College, recognized for excellence by U.S. News & World Report, TIME Magazine and the Princeton Review, and by Barron's Best Buys in College Education, is noted for its leadership in the use of technology to enhance the teaching and learning process.
Founded in 1929, Marist's 150-acre campus overlooks the Hudson River in the heart of the historic Hudson Valley, midway between New York City and Albany, the state capital.What started as a school for the training of future Marist Brothers has developed into one of the leading colleges of the arts and sciences in the Northeast. Marist is ecumenical in character and reflects the ideals of the founder of the Marist Brothers, St. Marcellin Champagnat: commitment to excellence in education, a pursuit of higher human values, and dedication to the principle of service.Marist is dedicated to the development of the whole person in a way that will prepare our graduates for an enlightened, sensitive, and productive life in the global community of the 21st century.Marist College is located in the middle of the beautiful and historic Hudson River Valley, just 90 miles from metropolitanNew York City. More than three hundred years of New York history can be found in Dutchess and the surrounding counties, and it is all offered to area visitors, accompanied by breathtaking views.Bounded on one side by the majestic Hudson River, the College sits just minutes from the homes of some of this country's most influential people. A must-see on any visitor's schedule is the home and museum of Franklin Delano Roosevelt, and Val-Kill, Eleanor Roosevelt's retreat, both just a short distance from Marist.AcademicsToday, the college has 32 bachelors and 11 masters degree programs and 20 certificates across the traditional undergraduate, graduate, adult education, and distance learning environments.eLearningIn line with its mission, Marist Collegeis committed to the exploration and execution of ways that academic excellence can be enhanced through information and communication technology. The on-going creation and development of academic programs and coursework to be delivered to our students in an online format is key to achieving this goal. Marist is committed to offering new and exciting opportunities for learning via the Internet to any student, be they a resident of the Hudson Valleyor any nation around the world.Financial AidWe know that a college education is a significant investment for many families, and want to be sure our students receive the best value for their investment. Many of our families discover that with proper options, the cost of Marist College is within reach.Marist offers several types of financial assistance programs: Merit scholarships, need-based grants, student employment, Federal Stafford loans, Federal Plus loans, and Private Loans to help make a Marist education possible. In addition, we offer a tuition payment plan program.Mission StatementThe Marist College Office of Student Financial Services is committed to providing affordability options and managing the equitable distribution of student aid funds. The office coordinates student employment both on and off campus and is responsible for student billing. We are dedicated to promoting accessibility through personalized service and integrity.