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Marist College

Poughkeepsie, New York

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  • Accessibility
  • Demographics
  • Cost
  • Online Offerings
  • Outcomes
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At Marist College, the Professional Studies major is designed specifically for adult learners ready to finish their degrees. Whether you choose to study 100% online, on campus, or in a hybrid format, Marist offers the flexibility to balance school with work and family. You can maximize your prior hard work with generous transfer policies, including credit for professional certifications and life experience. With accelerated 8-week online sessions and a supportive environment dedicated to adult students, Marist empowers you to complete your Bachelor of Arts or Science on your terms.

Overview

School Type

  • On Campus
  • Private

Website: www.marist.edu

Accessibility

  • Distance education:Yes
  • Online degrees:No
  • Career services:Yes
  • Weekend/Evening classes:Yes
  • Credit for life experiences:Yes
  • On-Campus day care:No
  • Online library services:No
  • Remedial services:Yes
  • Master's degrees:No
  • Post-master's certificates:No
  • Doctorate Degrees:No

Demographics

Part-time students
531 undergrads
  • Full-time undergrad students:5,139
  • Undergrad students over 25 years old:313
  • Pell Grant students:907
  • Online and distance education undergrad students:100
  • Part-time students
    9%
  • Students over 25 years old
    5%

Cost

In-district per-credit-hour charge for part-time students
$730
Average net price for students awarded grant/aid
$42,500
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Online & Distance Programs

Online/Distance degrees offered
1 degree

Bachelor's degrees offered

  • Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies(1)
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Outcomes

Mean earnings for independent students 10 years after starting.
$50,500 / yr
  • Graduation rate for part-time students:43%
  • Loan repayment rate for independent students:56%

Military & Veteran

Number of undergraduate students receiving Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits
37 students
  • Credit for military training:Yes
  • Dedicated staff member:Yes
  • Student veteran organization:Yes
  • Yellow Ribbon Program member:Yes
  • Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges member:Yes
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