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.
Marist is consistently ranked among The Princeton Review’s Top 50 “Colleges That Create Futures.” Learn how Jana's college experience landed her a dream job and ensured women's empowerment remains prevalent for future Marist students. Read Jana's Story >
#1 for Study Abroad
As assessed by the Open Doors Report, Marist study abroad leads the nation and is ranked in the Top 10 institutions for a variety of categories. Learn how Nicole had the opportunity to connect with her heritage while pursuing an advanced liberal arts program in the Dominican Republic. Read Nicole's Story >
#5 for Best Academic Reputation
According to U.S. News and World Report, Marist is ranked #5 for Best Academic Reputation in the region. Read how Prateek, a double major and international student, chose to study at Marist with goals of making a difference in his home country. Read Prateek's Story >
Top 25 Nationally
The Princeton Review surveyed students on satisfaction with their school, and Marist was ranked in the Top 25 nationally. Discover how the IBM Joint Study program lead to Kaylin transferring to Marist and establishing the Marist chapter for the National Society of Black Engineers. Read Kaylin's Story >
#4 Most Innovative School
According to U.S. News & World Report, Marist ranks as the "#4 Most Innovative School." Learn how Matthew's research on Hudson River pollutants commanded an audience with members of Congress. Read Matthew's Story >
Top Fulbright Producer
The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs recently identified Marist as a 'U.S. Student Top Producer'. Read how Shivani, a Fulbright recipient, was given the opportunity to study youth volunteerism within the palliative care sector in India. Read Shivani's Story >
Best Value
Marist is regularly included in Kiplinger’s Personal Finance on its 'Best Values in Private Colleges' list. Discover how Ellie was able to integrate her passion for the environment with her academic studies for intellectual exploration. Read Ellie's Story >
Additional Rankings & Distinctions
Best Institutions for Undergraduate Education
As recognized by The Princeton Review, Marist is featured in The Best 388 Colleges for undergraduate education.
Forbes magazine ranks Marist on its list of "America's Top Colleges."
Money Magazine's "Best Colleges"
Marist is "one of America's Best Colleges," awarded by Money Magazine.
Best Values
‘Best Values in Private Colleges’ eleven years in a row
Best College in the Region
U.S. News World Report ranks Marist among the Best Regional Universities North, Best Value Schools, Best Undergraduate Teaching, and one of Top Performers on Social Mobility.
Program Highlights
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.
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.
Located on the banks of the historic Hudson River and at its Florence, Italy campus, Marist College is a comprehensive, independent institution grounded in the liberal arts. Marist is consistently recognized for excellence by The Princeton Review (Colleges That Create Futures and The Best 385 Colleges), U.S. News & World Report (8th Best Regional University/North), Kiplinger’s Personal Finance (“Best College Values”), and others. Marist educates approximately 5,000 traditional-age undergraduate students and 1,400 adult and graduate students in 47 undergraduate majors and numerous graduate programs, including fully online MBA, MPA, MS, and MA degrees.
Marist College Mission Statement
"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."
Values Statement
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.
Marist is again one of a small group of schools included in the 2nd edition of The Princeton Review's Colleges That Create Futures: 50 Schools That Launch Careers By Going Beyond the Classroom, along with such top schools as Duke, Stanford, and Columbia. The Princeton Review cited Marist's leadership development, internship opportunities, campus work opportunities, such as the Marist Poll, and career development resources.
Marist is again one of the nation's best institutions for undergraduate education, according to The Princeton Review. Marist is featured in The Best 385 Colleges 2019, the fifteenth-consecutive year it has been recognized in this respected annual college guide.
Marist is one of Money Magazine's 'Best Colleges' in the nation, defined as the 706 four-year U.S. colleges and universities that deliver the most value—that is, a great education, at an affordable price, that prepares students for rewarding careers. Money weighs more than 20,000 data points, including tuition fees, family borrowing, and career earnings.
U.S News World Report ranks Marist the 10th Best College in the Regional Universities (North) classification.
For the eleventh consecutive year, Kiplinger’s Personal Finance has included Marist on its list of the country’s 'Best Values in Private Colleges'.
Forbes magazine ranks Marist on its list of 'America's Top Colleges'.
Marist has been named a Military Friendly School by Victory Media, which publishes G.I. Jobs, STEM JobsSM, and Military Spouse. First published in 2009, the list of Military Friendly Schools is provided to service members and their families, helping them select the best college, university, or trade school to receive the education and training needed to pursue a civilian career.
International Education
The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs recently identified Marist as a 'U.S. Student Top Producer' (click on 'Master's Colleges & Universities'), making it one of the U.S. colleges and universities that produced the most 2015-2016 Fulbright U.S. Students.
Marist College is again among the nation’s leading colleges and universities for international education, according to the Open Doors Report from the Institute of International Education. Marist ranked nationally among Master’s Colleges & Universities:
3rd for the number of students engaged in semester study abroad
4th for the number of students engaged in long-term study abroad (full academic year)
16th for the total number of students participating in study abroad programs
23rd for the rate of undergraduate participation in study abroad programs
School of Communication & the Arts
Marist has the world's 22nd best undergraduate fashion program, according to top industry website The Business of Fashion.
Study.com named Marist a 'Best School for a Degree in Digital Media'.
School of Computer Science & Mathematics/School of Communication & the Arts
Marist has earned a spot on The Princeton Review's list of Top 50 Schools for Game Design. Game Design at Marist is a joint program between the School of Communication & the Arts and the School of Computer Science & Mathematics.
School of Management
Marist's online MBA program was ranked in U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Online Education Program” rankings for 2019.
MBA Central's "The 20 Best New York Online MBA Degree Programs" placed Marist as the top online MBA program in New York. This ranking is created based on affordability, support services, and quality of classes.
School of Professional Programs
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 2019.
