by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Marist degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Marist measures up.
Marist is ranked #3,091 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within New York, it ranks #201 of 216 for value.
These Marist majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Other Psychology | #9 of 9 |
| Psychology | #9 of 9 |
| Marketing | #27 of 32 |
| Fashion Merchandising | #27 of 32 |
| Elementary Special Education | #28 of 29 |
| Specialized Sales, Merchandising & Marketing | #29 of 34 |
| Intermedia/Multimedia | #31 of 34 |
| Other Political Science & Government | #43 of 44 |
| Fashion Design | #52 of 64 |
| Game & Interactive Media Design | #58 of 67 |
Below is the detailed Marist value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Marist University is ranked #12 out of #236 in New York for quality and #201 out of #216 for New York value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Marist financial aid page to be sure.
Marist University is ranked #3,091 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Marist University is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Marist costs about $43,626. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $174,506 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $67,575 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $41,544 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $43,626 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $174,506 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Marist net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Marist degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $270,300 | — | — |
| All Students | $174,506 | #3,091 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $166,176 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $270,300 | — | — |
| All Students | $174,506 | #201 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $166,176 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Marist shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $25,331 |
| $30K–$48K | $27,034 |
| $48K–$75K | $34,963 |
| $75K–$110K | $38,862 |
| Over $110K | $43,143 |
About 92% of Marist undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $23,070 per year. Get more details on the Marist financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Marist cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.