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Applying as a High School Student
We welcome your application to Marietta College! We accept applications on a rolling basis. Under Rolling Admission, we will send admission decisions out beginning the week of September 16th and every week thereafter.
- How to Apply
- Complete your Application. You may apply using our online application or the "Common Application."
- Have an official high school transcript sent from your school.
- Submit a School Counselor Report Form. Fill in the top portion of the School Counselor Report before giving it to your school counselor. He or she should complete and return this report directly to Marietta College along with your Secondary School Transcript. A letter of recommendation from your school counselor can also be submitted in lieu of the school counselor recommendation form
- Submit an Essay. Marietta requires a personal statement as part of your application.
- What does college success mean to you?
- Teacher Evaluation (optional). Complete the top portion of the evaluation form (PDF), and give it to a teacher who has taught you in an academic subject during your junior or senior year. If you wish to submit another recommendation from a teacher, coach, or club adviser, you may do so.
- Admission Tests. We are test optional. You can choose to submit your results from the ACT or SAT.
Applying to Graduate Programs
Application procedures differ depending on the program you are considering. Below is a summary of each program's requirements, with a link to view the full requirements. Please contact the department of the program you'd like to enter for specific questions about their admissions.
- Master of Arts in Psychology
Review of applicants is continual, and students may begin in either the Fall or Spring semester. Students applying are required to have completed either a bachelor’s degree with a major or minor in psychology from an accredited college or university or to have completed a minimum of twelve undergraduate credit hours in psychology. Students are also required to have completed specific psychology coursework and meet the minimum GPA requirement. GRE scores are asked for if their undergraduate GPA is below 3.0. Applying students are asked to complete an application, provide letters of reference and write a one-page essay.
- Physician Assistant Studies Program
Marietta College Physician Assistant Program applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a regionally accredited institution and have taken the pre-requisite coursework meeting a minimum GPA requirement. Applying students must submit GRE test scores with their CASPA application and meet the Technical Standards of the Program.
- Master of Environmental Sustainability Leadership
Admission requirements:
- Undergraduate degree - any field is acceptable. Environmental Sustainability Leadership is a multidisciplinary field of study. The ideal candidate would have an undergraduate degree that included coursework in business and science.
- Undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 on 4.0 scale.
- One letter of recommendation.
- Statement of purpose, including career goals and interest in the field of environmental sustainability leadership.
- GRE is not required.
Required Documents for Completion of Application:
- Official college transcript(s) showing completed BA
- Statement of Purpose
- One Letter of Recommendation
- International Graduate Students
In addition to the required TOEFL test scores and essay, international graduate students will be administered a writing test in the presence of an officer of the College. Based on the results of their writing sample, accepted students may be required to take English as a Second Language courses in preparation for graduate study. If so, additional tuition fees will be applicable.
Applying as a Transfer Student
Great news for transfer students! If you apply by December 1, 2024, to enroll in for the Spring 2025 semester, you automatically qualify for Marietta's MC Next Grant — a $1,000 grant that's renewable for four years!
At Marietta College, a transfer student is anyone who has attended a college or university after high school graduation. If you are completing college courses while in high school, you are considered a first-year student.
Candidates for admission may apply year-round, but we recommend you file your application as early as possible. If you wish to be considered for academic scholarships, you should apply as soon as possible.
For those transfer students who have applied early and have been accepted, class registration for the semester will begin shortly after our graduation ceremony, so you are urged to submit your $200 enrollment deposit soon. This ensures your advising appointment is arranged prior to your registration time. Your enrollment deposit is fully refundable up until June 1st.
- How to Apply
- Submit your Application for Admission. You can also apply using the Common App.
- Submit your Transfer Essay. We are interested in knowing more about you. Please answer this essay question in one or two pages: What motivated you to apply to transfer, and what do you hope to accomplish at Marietta College?
- Submit your Transfer Clearance Form (PDF). We require all transfer students to include this completed form from the Dean of Students Office at the last college/university you attended.
- Submit your Transcripts. Please have both your high school and college registrars submit a Transcript directly to the Office of Admission. We can accept them electronically or by mail.
- Request a Transfer Evaluation
Sit down with a Marietta College Admission Counselor to see how your credits transfer — before you even apply for admission. You can also fill out the form linked below to request an unofficial transfer evaluation. We will get back to you within 3-5 business days. We still encourage you to submit a copy of your transcript to receive a credit evaluation from our records office.
- Transfer Equivalency System
- WSCO2MC
Marietta College is excited to work closely with Washington State College of Ohio to offer the WSCO2MC transfer program. The program is designed for students who want to start their college experience at Washington State College of Ohio and stay local by transferring to Marietta College to complete a four-year degree.
Applying as an International Student
Admission to Marietta College is based on previous scholastic achievement and English proficiency. Please email the following items to admit@marietta.edu or mail documents to Marietta College, Office of Admission, Marietta, Ohio, 45750-4005, USA. If you have further questions, please contact international admission counselor Angela Shrader at ads008@marietta.edu.
- How to Apply
- Complete the International Application.
- Submit your secondary school transcript, mark sheets, or certificate -- all records must be in original language format and be accompanied by NACES certified English translations (we recommend WES). Your transcript should include the subjects studied and the grades or marks for each subject. Records filed for admission are not returned; please send CERTIFIED photocopies if the documents cannot easily be replaced.
- Submit your Official University or College transcripts, if applicable. You must submit an original language copy and a certified English-translated copy of the transcript.
- Submit an Official Financial Statement — must be a bank balance statement or signed by an official sponsor. (Must certify that appropriate financial support will be provided for a minimum of one full year of study)
- Submit your English language proficiency results from one of the following internationally recognized tests:
- Students must meet the minimum of a 80 on the TOEFL and a minimum of 17 per subsection (To obtain information on registering for a TOEFL exam, check online at www.toefl.org).
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS): Band 6.5 or higher composite score and at least a 6.5 in all sub-areas.
- Duolingo English Test: Score of 115 or higher and at least a 105 in all sub-areas.
- Cambridge Proficiency Examination (CPE): Grade C or Higher; or Cambridge Advanced English (CAE): Grade B or higher; or First Certificate Exam (FCE): Grade A.
- Submit an essay/personal statement, written in English, explaining why you would like to attend Marietta College.
- Submit a copy of the identification page of your passport (or an explanation why you cannot provide this).
- Transfer International Students
Transfer students must meet the same entrance requirements as freshman applicants and have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale) or equivalent. If you are transferring from another institution of higher education in the United States, an International Student Advisor's Report (PDF) is required in addition to the above credentials.
The College recognizes the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program for admission purposes and advance placement. Students who have received the IB Diploma will be granted general college credit for up to two higher level IB courses in which they achieve grades of 5 or better. Decisions on placement and credit in departmental majors, minors and certificates are made by the Registrar in consultation with the appropriate department chairs.
- International Graduate Students
In addition to the required TOEFL test scores and essay, international graduate students will be administered a writing test in the presence of an officer of the College. Based on the results of their writing sample, accepted students may be required to take English as a Second Language courses in preparation for graduate study. If so, additional tuition fees will be applicable.
- Important Postmark Deadlines
- Fall semester classes begin in August. Students interested in applying for fall semester classes should have all application materials postmarked by July 15.
- Spring semester classes begin in January. Students interested in applying for spring semester classes should have all application materials postmarked by December 1.
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Applying as a Veteran or Military Personnel
Marietta College is committed to serving and educating our veterans, military personnel, and their families! Marietta College is recognized as an Ohio Purple Star institution for its support programs for students with military backgrounds.
Students coming from the U.S. armed forces may offer for consideration scores earned through the College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) and/or the DANTES Subject Standardized Tests (DSST), military transcripts and/or the DD-214, as well as official transcripts from any prior institution(s) of higher education.
- Armed Services
The College utilizes the recommendations of the American Council on Education (ACE) as found in the most recent Guide to the Evaluation of Educational Experiences in the Armed Services when assessing for military training for credit. A military transcript and or DD-214 may be provided as evidence of successfully completed courses listed in these publications. Credit is granted for education is equivalent to or similar to courses offered at Marietta College.
- College-Level Examination Program (CLEP)
Under certain circumstances, a student may offer for consideration credits earned through the College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) of The College Board. Students will not be eligible to receive CLEP credit for courses when college credit has been awarded for the same course or more advanced courses in that same subject area. To receive credits for a CLEP examination, the student must provide a score report from CLEP and have obtained the minimum accepted score for that exam as determined by Marietta College departmental policies. The College will grant a total of up to 36 hours of credit by examination through CLEP/DANTES toward graduation. Information concerning CLEP minimum scores and examinations for which credit is awarded may be obtained from the Academic Resource Center (ARC).
- Dantes Subject Standardized Tests (DSST)
The College also accepts credit through DANTES Subject Standardized Tests (DSST). The College will grant a total of up to 36 hours of credit by examination through CLEP/DANTES toward graduation. Information concerning DANTES may be obtained at the Academic Resource Center (ARC).
- Transfer Credit
Transfer students will be awarded credit for all courses previously completed at an accredited institution of higher education with a grade of "C" or higher. The Registrar will determine the specific credit to be awarded and how those credits will be applied toward general education and program requirements in consultation with the appropriate department chair. Credits earned for developmental courses may be transferred in to fulfill course prerequisites but will not apply toward the minimum hours for the degree.
Courses transferred in will be shown as transfer credit (a grade of "TR") on the Marietta College transcript. The grades earned for transferred courses are not included in computing the cumulative or program grade point averages. Transfer hours do not count as hours “in residence;” see the Residency Requirements section of the Undergraduate Graduation Requirements for more details.
Transfer credit from non-accredited institutions is determined on a course-by-course basis upon review of a course syllabus.
Credit hours transferred in from an institution following a quarter or a unit program will be converted to semester hours.
- Veteran Services
The Marietta College Veteran and Military Student Center serves the needs of student veterans and military-affiliated students. Do not hesitate to contact them with any questions, for assistance with the admission process, or to ensure that you receive the benefits you are entitled to.
- Yellow Ribbon Program
Marietta College's history of embracing veterans played a significant role in encouraging the current administration of Marietta College to enthusiastically join with the Veterans Administration to participate in the Yellow Ribbon program.
Applying for Readmission
At Marietta College, students must apply for readmission following:
- Academic dismissal/administrative leave
- Approved academic leave
- Graduation from Marietta College
- Medical leave
- Personal leave
- Suspension for academic dishonesty
- Suspension for a social conduct violation
- Withdrawal from Marietta College
Most types of leave only require an application for readmission. However, readmission following an academic dismissal/administrative withdrawal and readmission following medical leave require students to submit additional materials along with their application for readmission.
Your application will not be reviewed until all materials are received. For more information about readmission into Marietta College, please contact Chris Scheppner, Director of Admission.
- Additional Materials for Readmission Following Academic Dismissal / Administrative Withdrawal
A student who has been dismissed for insufficient grade point average may be considered for readmission on probation if that student has been away from Marietta College for at least a summer plus one semester and can submit evidence of maturity and motivation. Materials that must be submitted along with the application are:
- An essay to the Academic Standards Committee (ASC) stating what the student feels were the obstacles to their academic success at Marietta College and what they have done since their dismissal that contributed to their readiness to return. Students should also include a complete outline of how they plan to succeed, a list of their educational goals, and community resources they intend to utilize (e.g., counseling or career centers, academic advising, tutoring, study skills review, etc.).
- At least one letter of recommendation from a faculty member or administrator from the most recently attended college/university other than Marietta College (if applicable) and/or one or more letters of recommendation from supervisors, counselors, commanding officers, or employers (other than Marietta College).
- At least one letter of recommendation from present faculty or administrators at Marietta College (e.g., academic advisor, faculty member, etc.)
- Additional Materials for Readmission Following Medical Leave
Readmission following medical leave requires the application for readmission and a letter from the student's professional therapist, physician, or both, stating the student's medical situation and their belief that the student can live and work at Marietta College. This letter must be addressed to the Center for Health and Wellness Director.
What is a Non-Degree Seeking Student?
Are you interested in taking some undergraduate courses at Marietta College as a part-time student, but have no current interest in pursuing a degree here? If so, then Non-Degree admission may be just the thing for you.
Here at Marietta College, individuals who are not current or former MC students and have no interest in pursuing a degree at MC, but wish to take courses (maximum of 12 credits) may do so as a non-degree-seeking student. There are several subcategories of student scenarios related to Non-Degree admission as shared below:
- Transient (Visiting) Students: For individuals currently enrolled at another institution who wish to take undergraduate or graduate courses at MC temporarily, to transfer the credits back to their home college or university.
- Post-Baccalaureate/Licensure: For individuals who have already earned a bachelor's degree and seek to enroll in undergraduate courses at MC to prepare for Education licensure.
- Personal Enrichment: For individuals interested in taking academic courses at MC solely for personal growth and enrichment, without pursuing a degree.
- College Credit Plus: For high school students who have not yet graduated but wish to take MC undergraduate courses on the MC campus for college credit.
- College Credit Plus - Dual Enrollment: For high school students who have not yet graduated but seek to take MC undergraduate courses offered at their high school, earning both college and high school credit.
- WSCO2M: For Washington State College of Ohio students with fewer than 25 earned credit hours who wish to take one MC course per term at the WSCO rate, gaining access to MC resources and, optionally, MC residence halls (additional fees apply).
Applying as a Non-Degree Seeking Student
While all candidates must complete and submit an online application, admission requirements vary depending on the non-degree subtype as outlined below:
- Submission of a completed online application (required of all ND candidates)
- Earned secondary/high school or post-secondary degree with a cumulative GPA of 2.00 or better depending on the last institution attended (required of all ND candidates)
- Copy of secondary/high school academic transcript or equivalent (required of candidates who have not earned college credit after receipt of secondary/high school diploma)
- Copy of college/university transcripts from most recently attended institution and any college from which required prerequisites were taken for classes the student wishes to enroll at Marietta College. (required of candidates who have earned any amount of college credit after the award of their high school diploma)
- Clearance form signed by the Dean of the college last attended (required of all candidates seeking admission as a transient student)
College Policies & Standards
Even though you are not pursuing credits toward an MC degree, you are considered an MC student and expected to follow the same policies, procedures, and behavior guidelines.
Once admitted as a non-degree seeking student your record remains active and eligible to register for future terms as long you remain enrolled or have no more than two consecutive terms of non-enrollment. Non-enrollment periods exceeding two consecutive terms will require you to apply again.
Statement of Nondiscrimination
Marietta College admits students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, gender orientation, or religious affiliation to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, gender orientation, or religious affiliation in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarships and loan programs, and athletic and other college-administrated programs. If you have any questions regarding our non-discrimination policy, please contact Marietta College’s Office of Human Resources.