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Sort By: [Date] [Major] [Rating] Computer Science  Major Salary, Salary Trend, Satisfaction, Unemployment Quite Bright (I'm actually an Information Systems major, under the school of computer science) I don't really understand all the negative comments on here. Sure, there are arrogant students who are more "jersey shore" suited than at an academic institution, but everyone comments on them because they're the most visible people on campus. The real heart of Marist is comprised of those who take their studies seriously. The people here work hard for their grades. I always see the library full of people working at all hours of the day. The social life, while it is primarily party focused, does offer opportunities for those who aren't interested in drinking or partying until 3am (For reference, party nights are Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday). But I have found plenty of people to hang out with at night who aren't out drinking themselves stupid. You just have to look! (Hint: clubs, your dorm lounge). Be sure to attend the activity fairs to find interesting clubs. Also, pay attention to postings by the cafeteria and in the dorms! I found a great club (Marist Toastmaters) that is full of academically-driven students who are serious about learning and bettering themselves. You just need to put yourself out there and go to meetings! I've felt very welcome here at Marist. I haven't been able to fully experience the computer science/information technology program, but it definitely looks good. A lot of students get hands-on opportunities, and many students actually work in IT and run many of the systems for the school. Marist is huge on getting experience for students, so don't worry about that aspect. Freshmen dorms are okay, nothing special. Housing selection is very competitive, but you?re guaranteed it for 2 years. Just be sure to do 3 or 4 clubs (not that difficult) and get your points. Registration for classes is a pain after first semester because a lot of classes are filled by upperclassmen before you can even register. But with some override forms and some emails, you can pretty much get into any class you want. Just have to put in the effort! Ultimately, it?s about what you do to get yourself out there. Don?t expect to make friends sitting in your room all day. Get out there and get out of your comfort zone! If you take risks, you would be surprised at what you can accomplish. I personally can?t wait for my next 3 years at Marist. Just realize that at every college there is good and bad, even if some disgruntled students make it seem like Marist is the worst school ever. Scholastic Success: A+, Surrounding City: C Have a Question? Your Response/Question:     To be informed when someone replies to your comment. (private)  More →  Apr 17 2012 1st Year Male -- Class 2015    Forward  Blog it! Blog about this comment from your webpage or Blog, or MySpace account: Just copy and paste! <script src='http://www.studentsreview.com/active/shared/sr_comment.js?sckey=86674&uid=964'></script> <a href='http://www.studentsreview.com' style='font-size:8pt;'>Data Source: StudentsReview!</a> Rate this comment: Useless (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Helpful       Save Biology  Major Salary, Salary Trend, Satisfaction, Unemployment Bright Worst college ever. Nothing good to say. I asked the school to take back my degree and all courses. The actual statement I received was "you got what you got" nice English and professional demeanor from a so called respected university. Yes I did graduate and currently taking other graduate courses in an unrelated field to studies at Marist. Preparedness: F, Reputation: F Have a Question? Your Response/Question:     To be informed when someone replies to your comment. (private) Apr 05 2012 Alumnus Male -- Class 2000   Forward  Blog it! Blog about this comment from your webpage or Blog, or MySpace account: Just copy and paste! <script src='http://www.studentsreview.com/active/shared/sr_comment.js?sckey=86409&uid=964'></script> <a href='http://www.studentsreview.com' style='font-size:8pt;'>Data Source: StudentsReview!</a> Rate this comment: Useless (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Helpful       Save Communications  Major Salary, Salary Trend, Satisfaction, Unemployment Average Marist college is a great school, don't get me wrong, but i was suckered into something like this from my family for the past 2 years. Unless you want to be exposed to a bunch of drugs, drink heavily, or go on the hunt for a fake ID to go out every weekend this is the place for you. They have no social life which is why getting into academics is great. You have no choice but to study or do all of the above. My personal experience here made me completely unhappy, the only thing i got out go it was friends. The town is dangerous and disguisting, the campus has no diversity, the student body consists of the same kind of bland attitudes with the mindset of getting drunk and doing drugs. Marist makes you choose between an education and your sanity. Unless you really like this school and it is your dream i say go for it, but if you're on the fences about marist theres so many other places that you can be more for certain and happier all around. Marist didn't cut it for me and a pretty good amount of people i know. So just be certain when applying here. Education Quality: A+, Social Life: F Have a Question? Your Response/Question:     To be informed when someone replies to your comment. (private)  More →  Apr 02 2012 2nd Year Male -- Class 2014    Forward  Blog it! 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