Marian University (IN)
Description
Marian University is a private, Catholic Franciscan liberal arts university located in Indianapolis, Indiana, committed to transforming lives through academically rigorous and mission-driven education. Founded in 1851 and rooted in the Franciscan tradition, Marian prepares students to be ethical, compassionate, and purpose-driven leaders in their communities while welcoming students of all backgrounds. Marian is the first and only Franciscan national research institution.
Offering a wide range of programs — including associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees — in fields such as business, engineering, nursing, education, health sciences, liberal arts, and more, Marian fosters a personalized learning experience with small class sizes and faculty who know students by name.
Marian’s inclusive community emphasizes experiential learning, service, and real-world engagement. Students benefit from strong academic support, internship and networking opportunities in a thriving urban setting, and a welcoming campus culture grounded in Franciscan values of dignity, peace, justice, and service.
The university also supports transfer students with dedicated admissions guidance, scholarship opportunities, and transparent credit evaluation processes, making Marian a supportive destination for students continuing their academic journey after completing coursework elsewhere.
SIMILAR
Associate of Arts in Business
Bachelor of Arts in Art
Bachelor of Arts in Biology
Bachelor of Arts in Educational Studies
Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education with Dual Licensure Pre K-5
Bachelor of Arts in English
Bachelor of Arts in History
Bachelor of Arts in Middle Childhood Education
Bachelor of Arts in Primary Education
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Bachelor of Arts in Social Work
Bachelor of Science in Accounting
Bachelor of Science in Biology
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration CBE
Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science
Bachelor of Science in Marketing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Traditional
Doctor of Nursing Practice – Nurse Anesthetist
Master of Education in Educational Leadership
Master of Education in Teaching & Curriculum with Reading Endorsement
Master of Organizational Leadership
Features
It’s important to note that the transfer process for graduate programs at Marian differs from the undergraduate process. Admission to graduate programs is based on the standards and space availability specific to each graduate school and degree. Prospective graduate students must meet program-specific admission criteria and follow the application process outlined by the respective graduate department; these requirements may include prior coursework, GPA standards, and other documentation. Graduate transfer eligibility is not automatic and is contingent upon meeting those published criteria.
Marian’s admissions team is dedicated to helping transfer students and their families through each step of the application process, ensuring a smooth transition into the Marian community.



