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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

The Overwatch esports team continues its NECC season by playing against Mount Vernon Nazarene University on Friday, October 4, at 7:00 p.m.

Oct4
Athletics

The Marietta College volleyball team is set for a challenging Ohio Athletic Conference matchup on the road. Our Pioneers will journey to Ada, Ohio, to face Ohio Northern on Friday, October 4, with the first serve scheduled for 7:00 p.m.

Oct4
Athletics

The Marietta College men's and women's cross country teams will travel to Louisville, Kentucky, on Saturday, October 5, to compete in the Live In Lou Cross Country Classic. Racing begins at 10:00 a.m.

Oct5
Athletics

The Marietta College women's soccer team is gearing up for an important away game on Saturday, October 5. Our Pioneers will be heading to Ada, Ohio, to take on Ohio Northern University in an Ohio Athletic Conference matchup.

Oct5
Athletics

The Marietta College football team returns home to Don Drumm Stadium to take on the Ohio Northern Polar Bears in an important Ohio Athletic Conference matchup. Kickoff is set for 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 5.

Oct5
Athletics

Pioneers, mark your calendars for a pivotal moment in our soccer season! 

Oct5

October 6 marks the return of the Campus Clash! This monthly 1v1 single-elimination Super Smash Bros. Ultimate tournament is open to MC students, faculty and staff. Participants pay a $5 entry fee and spectators may attend for free.

Oct6
Planetarium 2024-25

Marietta College is excited to offer a free, public showing of "5000 Eyes: Mapping the Universe with DESI" at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, October 6, in the Anderson Hancock Planetarium.

Oct6
Academics

Students can get support through the Academic Resource Center's Writing Center by scheduling an appointment or by taking advantage of newly added drop-in hours:

Oct8
Athletics

Get ready, Pioneer fans! Our men's soccer team is gearing up for a thrilling Ohio Athletic Conference showdown against the Otterbein Cardinals.

Oct9
Athletics

Get ready for an exciting night of volleyball action as the Marietta College Pioneers gear up for their first home Ohio Athletic Conference match of the season!

Oct9
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Great things are happening at Marietta College, thanks to our engaged students, talented faculty and staff, and our commitment as a campus to blaze new trails. Each week, the College will share this…
Samer Abilmona, Executive Director of Operations for The Cannabist Company, is set to share his extensive knowledge and insights into the cannabis industry during two upcoming events. The first, a…
Academics
Marietta College climbed a spot in the 2025 U.S. News and World Report rankings,  tying for the 17th spot among the Best Midwestern Colleges division.
Student Life, Veterans
Led by members of Marietta College’s chapter of Student Veterans of America, student groups volunteered their time Tuesday to create a memorial honoring the victims of the September 11, 2001,…
Leadership, Student Life
Tuesday’s Pop, Popcorn, & the Presidency livestream event of the Presidential Debate is among a number of events being coordinated by Marietta College students to support voter engagement across…
Admission, Academics
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.

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