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Marietta Facts
9:1
student to faculty ratio
50+
student clubs and organizations
99%
of Marietta's December 2023 graduates were employed, in graduate school, or participating in a fellowship or service commitment within three months of graduation
35+
number of consecutive years Marietta has been ranked in the Top 20 of U.S. News & World Report rankings
$38k
is the average financial aid award our students receive
39%
how much more our students earn in mid-career salary
86%
of Marietta's students live on campus in one of 13 residence halls or 3 sorority houses
6,612
number of community service hours logged by McDonough Scholars in 2022-23
98%
of Marietta's 2023 graduates were employed, in graduate school, or participating in a fellowship or service commitment within six months of graduation
98
majors, minors and areas of concentration
30
different countries our students have studied abroad in over the past decade
$83,000
average salary of MC's 2023 Computer Science graduates
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Fine Arts, Community

Gallery 310 features You can’t take it with you… — a solo exhibition by artist and Professor of Printmaking at Ohio University, Melissa Haviland — from August 26 through December 5, with an artist reception on Friday, September 20 from 4:

Aug26 - Dec5
Planetarium 2024-25
James Hood's MESMERICA — a groundbreaking immersive audio-visual experience — is coming to the Anderson Hancock Planetarium at Marietta College on Saturday, August 31, 2024!
Aug31
Athletics

Pioneer Nation, get ready for some Sunday soccer action! Our Marietta men's soccer team is back on home turf, facing off against the Washington & Jefferson Presidents in an exciting non-conference clash at 3:00 p.m.

Sep1
Athletics

Pioneer supporters, our women's soccer team is gearing up for an early-season challenge on the road!

Sep3
Academics

The 2024-25 Ellis L. and Jennie Mae Krause Lecture in Science at Marietta College is pleased to welcome Dr.

Sep4
Athletics

The Marietta College volleyball team travels to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to compete in the Carnegie Mellon Quad on Friday, September 6 and Saturday, September 7.

The Pioneers open play against Westminster College at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.

Sep6
Athletics

The Marietta College men's and women's cross country teams will travel to Franklin, Indiana, on Saturday, September 7, to compete in the Franklin Grizzly Invitational. Racing begins at 10:00 a.m.

Sep7
Athletics

The Marietta College volleyball team is back in action at the Carnegie Mellon Quad in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on Saturday, September 7. The Pioneers face the host Tartans at 11:00 a.m.

Sep7
Athletics

The Marietta College Pioneers football team kicks off their 2024 campaign on the road as they travel to Rochester, New York to take on the St. John Fisher Cardinals at Growney Stadium. Kickoff is set for 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 7.

Sep7
Athletics

The Marietta College women's soccer team is gearing up for an early-season home game this Saturday, September 7. Our Pioneers will host Allegheny College in a non-conference matchup at Marietta Field, with kickoff set for 1:30 p.m.

Sep7
Athletics

Hey Pioneer faithful, pack your bags and your team spirit! Our Marietta men's soccer squad is embarking on a cross-state adventure to the heart of Virginia!

Sep7
Athletics

The Marietta College volleyball team wraps up play at the Carnegie Mellon Quad in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on Saturday, September 7. The Pioneers face the University of Scranton at 3:00 p.m.

Sep7
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Greek Life
When Zack Riffle ’25 (St. Clairsville, Ohio) first stepped onto Marietta College’s campus, he sought more than just academic success; he sought a community where he could truly belong. 
Academics
The transformational education that Marietta College offers to its students has once again been recognized nationally in Washington Monthly’s 2024 Bachelor’s College Rankings. 
Esbenshade Series
Marietta College has announced its highly anticipated 2024-25 Esbenshade Series, featuring a diverse array of acclaimed artists and performers. This season promises to deliver a mix of musical genres…
Fine Arts
The Marietta College Art Department is pleased to present You can’t take it with you… a solo exhibition by artist and Professor of Printmaking at Ohio University, Melissa Haviland.
Student Life
Friday marked a special day for Nick Sarno ’28 and his parents, Debbie and Vince, as it was both move-in day at Marietta College and Nick’s birthday.
Student Life
Though they never lived in the house, both Alexis Sommers ’24 (Nelsonville, Ohio) and Kya Proctor ’26 (Crooksville, Ohio) had the same emotional reactions when they stepped across the threshold on…
Academics
One of the leading experts on on the mutual relationships among physics, mathematics, and the visual arts, Dr. Richard Taylor, has accepted the invitation to serve as the 2024 Krause Science Lecturer…
Fine Arts
Two acclaimed musicians will kick off the 2024-25 Esbenshade Series. Contemporary Blues and Folk musicians Sunny War and Chris Pierce will headline a concert in The Gathering Place on September 19.…
Alumni
Still in her cap and gown, Anna Slayden PA’24 (Martinsburg, West Virginia) took a few minutes to reflect on how far she has come since the Marietta College Physician Assistant Studies graduate…
Students
In a stunning display of innovation and business acumen, two Marietta College students recently claimed the top honors at the “Ignite Appalachia” Pitch Competition. This achievement not only…
Students
In a field trip that showcased Marietta College’s commitment to real-world education, 10 ambitious Petroleum Engineering students recently gained exclusive access to cutting-edge drilling operations.
Community
Marietta College’s McDonough Center for Leadership & Business has been selected to participate in the Appalachian Regional Commission’s Appalachian Collegiate Research Initiative (ACRI) and…

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