Connect, lead and grow

Life on campus is more than busy; it’s meaningful. You’ll find your people, your passions and the place that makes you feel known and at home.
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Residence Living
Where comfort meets community
Marietta College was built to feel like home, with everything you need to feel comfortable, safe, and connected.
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Living on campus

Eighty-six percent of students live on campus in traditional or apartment-style halls with 24/7 support, swipe-access security and inclusive spaces designed to help you feel at home.

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Eating Well

With options ranging from vegan to gluten-free, dining at Marietta College is fresh, flexible and from-scratch, so you always have delicious meals that fit your life.

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building community

The Marietta embrace welcomes you and helps you find "your people." Your community. Your family away from home. 

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Make more connections. Make more memories.

At Marietta College, your voice matters and you become part of something bigger. Join student government, explore Greek life, connect with a faith group, or serve the local community.  With more thn 50 student organizations and leadership opportunities across campus, you’ll find a way to get involved that’s true to you—and grow your confidence, connections and purpose along the way.
 

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The persistence of a pioneering spirit
Join a campus full of pride, purpose and the unmistakable. Pioneer energy that makes Marietta College feel like home. Here, you’ll celebrate big moments, lating traditions and a community that rallies around every one of them.
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Homecoming student section at Don Drumm Stadium

Homecoming

One of our most beloved and longstanding traditions, Homeoming is a weekend full of Pioneer pride, packed with events like the tailgate, football game and alumni get-togethers. It’s a stunning way to feel the energy of the whole community coming together.

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Doo Dah Day Balloon Rides

Doo Dah Day

Doo Dah Day is a chance to let loose and have some fun—where students get together for concerts food and good-natured competitions (try mud volleyball and sumo wrestling for starters).

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The Rock

The Rock

One of the most iconic spots on campus, this Marietta College landmark is always evolving. Students paint it to celebrate milestones, promote events or share messages of pride, protest and unity.

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Feel Safe and Secure Here
Peer support
The Pio-to-Pio Peer Support Center

You’ll be known here, supported by caring professionals and progrms that put your well-being first. With resources like 1-to-1 support, first-year programs, a friendly security team and confidential health care, we take care of you like family. Through a shared commitment to honesty, integrity, respect and responsibility, you’ll be part of a community that lifts each other up and looks out for one another. At Marietta College, wellness and safety is oth personal and collective.

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Student Connections and Outreach

 

Campus Safety

 

What's Happening Now
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2026 Spring Commencement

Marietta College will celebrate the Class of 2026 with a traditional academic Commencement ceremony starting at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, May 9, in the Dyson Baudo Recreation Center. Doors open to the public at 11:00 a.m.

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Nonprofits LEAD annual capacity building conference

The Nonprofits LEAD annual capacity building conference will be celebrating it's 17th year as the Mid-Ohio Valley's premier capacity building conference! Join us for workshops on finance, IT, HR, programs, governance, and marketing by local experts in their field!

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