Marietta College
Marietta, Ohio · Private
Marietta College admitted 78% of 2,234 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 910–1155 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 58% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Marietta College
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Application deadlines
Marietta College’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application is free. Marietta College asks for a counselor recommendation.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Marietta College’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Marietta College doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How Marietta College rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
Important
- GPA
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
Considered
- Class rank
- Test scores
- Interview
- Legacy
- Where you live
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
Not considered
- First generation
- State residency
- Religion
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.59 GPA.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $54,848 a year. After grants, students paid $21,333 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Marietta College’s acceptance rate?
Marietta College admitted 78% of applicants: 1,747 of 2,234 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is Marietta College’s application deadline?
Marietta College uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.
What SAT score do you need for Marietta College?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 910 to 1155, with a median around 980. A score at or above 980 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Marietta College’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27.
What does Marietta College require?
Besides the application and transcript, Marietta College asks for a counselor recommendation.
Does Marietta College have supplemental essays?
No. Marietta College doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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