First Year Students - Maria College
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First Year Students - Maria College
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First Year Students
College is a great time in a person’s life. But we know that there are also times when adjusting to college life can be complex, difficult and easier said than done. We are at your service! We want to help you find ways to connect with our community, have academic success, and make the most of your time with us. Our students experience the difference of an education that is not only about acquiring knowledge but also about giving of oneself. We are committed not only to teaching you to be of service, but to serving you as well.
You don’t have to be a high school student to apply to Maria College. We know that starting college after you have been out of school for 4 years or 30 years can be a daunting task. We understand that each student has different needs, expectations and worries and want to do everything we can to make the application process as easy as possible for you.
HOW TO APPLY — HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS
In the true spirit of Maria College, we want to do everything we can to make the application process as easy as possible for you. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or concerns, (518) 861-2517 or
admissions@mariacollege.edu
.
How to Apply:
Apply online
Required Documents for General Admission:
Completed Application
High School Transcript
Encouraged but not required:
ACT or SAT score report
Letter of Recommendation
An essay or personal statement
Additionally:
It is recommended that every applicant have an
interview
with an Admission Counselor
Additional Requirements are needed for the
Associate’s Degree
,
Bachelor’s Degree
in Nursing.
The Associate’s Degrees in Nursing and Occupational Therapy Assistant both require a student to have successfully completed 3 science courses in high school or college with at least one course being Biology and one course being Chemistry with a score of 80% or higher, and 2 college preparation Math courses. An overall high school GPA of 80% or higher is also required.
All documents should be sent to:
Admission’s Office
Maria College
700 New Scotland Ave
Albany, NY 12208
admissions@mariacollege.edu
Please note
: If you need any assistance with the application, please contact the Office of Admissions at (518) 861-2517.
HOW TO APPLY — ADULTS
Regardless of your reasons for returning to school, we are at your service! We want to help you find ways to connect with our community, have academic success, and make the most of your time with us. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or concerns, (518) 861-2517 or
admissions@mariacollege.edu
.
How to Apply
:
Apply online
Required Documents for Admission for Adult Students with NO prior college experience:
Completed Application
High School Transcript or GED
Letter of Recommendation
An essay or personal statement
It is recommended that every application have an
interview
with an Admission Counselor
Additionally:
It is recommended that every applicant have an
interview
with an Admission Counselor.
Additional Requirements are needed for the
Associate’s Degree in Nursing
and
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
.
The Associate’s Degrees in Nursing and
Occupational Therapy Assistant
both require a student to have successfully completed 3 science courses in high school or college with at least one course being Biology and one course being Chemistry with a score of 80% or higher.
All documents should be sent to:
Admission’s Office Maria College
700 New Scotland Ave
Albany, NY 12208
admissions@mariacollege.edu
Request Info
Schedule a Visit
Apply Now
The Office of Admissions
(518) 861-2517
admissions@mariacollege.edu
There are no upcoming events.
©2026 Maria College
Home
Admissions
Apply Online
First Year Students
College is a great time in a person’s life. But we know that there are also times when adjusting to college life can be complex, difficult and easier said than done. We are at your service! We want to help you find ways to connect with our community, have academic success, and make the most of your time with us. Our students experience the difference of an education that is not only about acquiring knowledge but also about giving of oneself. We are committed not only to teaching you to be of service, but to serving you as well.
You don’t have to be a high school student to apply to Maria College. We know that starting college after you have been out of school for 4 years or 30 years can be a daunting task. We understand that each student has different needs, expectations and worries and want to do everything we can to make the application process as easy as possible for you.
HOW TO APPLY — HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS
In the true spirit of Maria College, we want to do everything we can to make the application process as easy as possible for you. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or concerns, (518) 861-2517 or
admissions@mariacollege.edu
.
How to Apply:
Apply online
Required Documents for General Admission:
Completed Application
High School Transcript
Encouraged but not required:
ACT or SAT score report
Letter of Recommendation
An essay or personal statement
Additionally:
It is recommended that every applicant have an
interview
with an Admission Counselor
Additional Requirements are needed for the
Associate’s Degree
,
Bachelor’s Degree
in Nursing.
The Associate’s Degrees in Nursing and Occupational Therapy Assistant both require a student to have successfully completed 3 science courses in high school or college with at least one course being Biology and one course being Chemistry with a score of 80% or higher, and 2 college preparation Math courses. An overall high school GPA of 80% or higher is also required.
All documents should be sent to:
Admission’s Office
Maria College
700 New Scotland Ave
Albany, NY 12208
admissions@mariacollege.edu
Please note
: If you need any assistance with the application, please contact the Office of Admissions at (518) 861-2517.
HOW TO APPLY — ADULTS
Regardless of your reasons for returning to school, we are at your service! We want to help you find ways to connect with our community, have academic success, and make the most of your time with us. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or concerns, (518) 861-2517 or
admissions@mariacollege.edu
.
How to Apply
:
Apply online
Required Documents for Admission for Adult Students with NO prior college experience:
Completed Application
High School Transcript or GED
Letter of Recommendation
An essay or personal statement
It is recommended that every application have an
interview
with an Admission Counselor
Additionally:
It is recommended that every applicant have an
interview
with an Admission Counselor.
Additional Requirements are needed for the
Associate’s Degree in Nursing
and
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
.
The Associate’s Degrees in Nursing and
Occupational Therapy Assistant
both require a student to have successfully completed 3 science courses in high school or college with at least one course being Biology and one course being Chemistry with a score of 80% or higher.
All documents should be sent to:
Admission’s Office Maria College
700 New Scotland Ave
Albany, NY 12208
admissions@mariacollege.edu
Request Info
Schedule a Visit
Apply Now
The Office of Admissions
(518) 861-2517
admissions@mariacollege.edu
There are no upcoming events.
©2026 Maria College