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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
Athletics

The Pioneers' Virginia adventure isn't over yet! We've got one more chance to leave our mark on the Old Dominion State.

Sep8
Athletics

Pioneer fans, get ready for an action-packed soccer weekend! Hot on the heels of Saturday's game, our Marietta women's soccer team is back on the field for another exciting match. This time, we're hosting Mount St.

Sep8
Fine Arts

The 10th annual Shakespeare by the River Festival presents Little Women beginning on Thursday, September 5 at 8:00 p.m. in the East Muskingum Park Gazebo. Other 8:00 p.m.

Sep8
Students

Please join the Office of Community Engagement, All-In, and the Campus Vote Project for a livestream event of the Presidential Debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump on September 10.

Sep10
Athletics

Soccer enthusiasts and Pioneer supporters should gear up for an exciting midweek clash! Our Marietta men's soccer team is hitting the road on Wednesday, September 11, for a non-conference battle against Franciscan University.

Sep11
Athletics

The Marietta College women's soccer team is set to host the College of Wooster on Wednesday, September 11, at Marietta Field.

Sep11
Fine Arts

The 10th annual Shakespeare by the River Festival presents Little Women beginning on Thursday, September 5 at 8:00 p.m. in the East Muskingum Park Gazebo. Other 8:00 p.m.

Sep13
Athletics

Our men's soccer team is set to embark on a pivotal road trip. They will face off against Roanoke College in Salem, Virginia, on Saturday, September 14, at 2:00 p.m. in a non-conference clash.

Sep14
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, September 14th with showtimes at 4:00 p.m., 5:15 p.m., and 6:30p.m.!
Sep14
Athletics

Pioneer faithful, get ready for an electrifying evening of soccer right here on our home turf!

Sep14
Fine Arts

The 10th annual Shakespeare by the River Festival presents Little Women beginning on Thursday, September 5 at 8:00 p.m. in the East Muskingum Park Gazebo. Other 8:00 p.m.

Sep14
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Marietta College continues to climb in one of the most prestigious lists in higher education: The Wall Street Journal/Pulse Rankings 2025 Best Colleges in the U.S.
Community
Dr. Chen Zhao, Senior Economist at Redfin, is the distinguished guest lecturer at the Economic Roundtable of the Ohio Valley’s Dick Thomas Memorial Luncheon on Tuesday, September 17, 2024. The…
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…

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