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Marian Admission Requirements

Indianapolis, Indiana

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Your chances of getting into Marian University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

93.8%
Admission Difficulty for Marian University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Unavailable 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Marian is 93.8%.  Its admission rate is the 44th lowest in Indiana.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Marian and can you get accepted?

Marian University is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 1,874 out of the 1,997 who applied were admitted.

Marian University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.56. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 25% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Marian?

94% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Marian University you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.56 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

Marian GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.56

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Marian University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Marian are to have around a 3.56 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.56 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Marian accepts 94% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Marian is 3.56 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #17 in Indiana for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Marian is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.6 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Marian SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required by Marian University. The school has a test blind policy.

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting SAT 

82%
SAT Scores for Marian University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
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Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
SAT Scores for Marian University
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Marian ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting ACT 

51%
ACT Scores for Marian University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
ACT Scores for Marian University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average ACT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

High School Class Rank

75% of Marian University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 41% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Marian University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 14%
Top 25% of class 41%
Top 50% of class 75%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Marian University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,144 853 1,997
Accepted 1,087 787 1,874
Acceptance Rate 95% 92% 94%
Enrolled 246 218 464
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 23% 28% 25%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Aug 1, 2025

Days left to Apply

265

Applicants have 265 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Aug 1, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Marian University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Marian University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Marian University Application Requirements
Test Scores Not considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Marian University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Other Colleges to Apply To 

Students applying to Marian University often consider these colleges

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=151786 IPEDS survey data for Marian University.

Last updated February 24, 2024