Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply to Maria? What are the general admissions requirements?
There are three ways to apply:  submit a paper application, submit an online application, or attend an Application Acceptance Day for instant admission, if qualified.  Though we do not have a specific date by which your application must be submitted, the Committee on Admissions recommends that application be made well in advance of the semester for which you seek admission.

May I make an appointment to come in and speak with someone in Admissions?
Applicants should have average or above average high school academic performance, and must offer evidence of an anticipated or completed high school program or its equivalent.  Accepted full- or part-time students in Nursing or Occupational Therapy Assistant must complete a physical examination form, which will be mailed to them upon acceptance.  Students enrolled in these programs are required to have a physical examination each year.

There are also prerequisites for direct entry into specific programs, shown in the Prerequisites for Maria’s Degree Programs section and the Prerequisites for Maria’s Certificate Programs section.

Note: New York State Public Health Law 2165 requires students attending colleges and universities to demonstrate proof of immunity against measles, mumps and rubella.  The law applies to persons born on or after January 1, 1957.  The immunization form will be mailed to students upon their acceptance.  Failure to submit required physical/immunization forms may result in forfeiture of space in a given program.

Yes!  Please call us at 518.438.3111, ext. 217, or email admissions@mariacollege.edu.  We’d be happy to schedule a meeting with you.

What academic degree and certificate programs are available at Maria?
Maria offers a bachelor’s degree program (RN-BS for registered nurses), 6 two-year degree programs (Paralegal Studies, Management, Nursing, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Liberal Arts, General Studies) and four certificate programs (Bereavement Studies, Gerontology, Paralegal, Licensed Practical Nurse)

Does the college have transfer agreements with four-year colleges and universities?
Maria College has signed formal articulation (or transfer) agreements with the colleges listed below. This means that, based on a student meeting specific requirements that have been agreed upon by both institutions, that student will be granted admission, generally with junior status, to one of the four-year college’s bachelor’s degree programs. Information about course equivalencies, grade point average, attendance requirements, and other prerequisites may vary from program to program, and within the different institutions. While the following represent formal transfer agreements, there are numerous colleges throughout the United States that accept Maria College graduates on an individual basis.

The College of Saint Rose, Albany, NY
Business

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Dominican College, Orangeburg, NY
Occupational Therapy

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Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA
Nursing

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The  Sage Colleges,

Russell Sage College, Troy, NY
Nursing

Sage College of Albany, Albany, NY
Liberal Arts, Paralegal, Management, Occupational Therapy

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The Utica College of Syracuse University, Utica, NY
Occupational Therapy
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What fees are required?
All tuition and fees are listed under the Tuition & Fees section of our website or in our current college catalog. The Maria College Business Office is here to help. If you have any questions regarding payment procedures, tuition, refund or withdrawl policy, parking and ID fees, etc., please contact us at 518.438.3111, ext. 222, or email franb@mariacollege.edu

What scholarships are available?
Maria offers various scholarships based on financial need and/or academic achievement:

• Allied Health Scholarship
  Awarded annually to students who are employed in the health care field, and who wish to pursue an associate degree in the health care field. Priority given to full-time students.
• Caron Family Scholarship
  Established by the late Reverend Francis X. Caron, and awarded annually to entering freshmen. Preference given to students whose major field of study is liberal arts. Caron scholarships may be renewed.
• Capital District Association Education Scholarship
  Established in 1998 by The Capital District Association for the Education of Young Children, and awarded every third year to a graduating Maria Early Childhood major. Graduate must have maintained a 3.0 average and have been accepted to an accredited four-year college as an Elementary Education major.
• Guido Scholarship
  Honoring Kathleen Sheehan Guido, and awarded annually to students who have completed two semesters in an allied health major field of study. Guido scholarships may be renewed, and preference is given to full-time students.
• Kelley Memorial Scholarship
  Established by World War II Veterans of Watervliet, NY, in memory of Reverend Francis A. Kelley. Administered by the Albany Roman Catholic Diocese and awarded to nursing students who have maintained a 3.0 average. Priority given to full-time students.
• Mary K. Knapek Scholarship
  Awarded annually to female students enrolled in the nursing program, with priority given to full-time students.
• Judith Ann Marotta Scholarship
  Established by Mr. and Mrs. Thomas M. Eckert in recognition of Judith’s retirement from many years of service to Maria College. Awarded to a full-time Early Childhood Education student, with priority given to full-time students.
• The Timothy McDonald Scholarship
  Established by Timothy McDonald in memory of his mother, Theresa McDonald, a 1948 graduate of St. Peter’s Hospital School of Nursing and a registered nurse at St. Peter’s Hospital for 31 years. Awarded annually, may be renewed. Preference given to full-time nursing students.
• Jean A. Schmitz Scholarship
  Awarded annually to nursing students, with priority given to those who are attend full time.
• Shapiro/Lynch Scholarship
  Established by Peter, Patricia ’66, Scott and Allyson Shapiro, this scholarship will be awarded to a student whose field of study is Allied Health.
• Thorne Nursing Scholarship
  Established by Mr. and Mrs. Robert G. Feuerriegel in memory of Anne Marie Feuerriegel Thorne, RN, Maria College Class of 1975. Granted to nursing students, to be applied exclusively toward tuition expenses. Award may be renewed, and priority is given to full-time students.

Where do I go for more financial aid information?
You can come to the Financial Aid Office in Room 100 of the Main Building. Or, to schedule an appointment, call us at 518.438.3111, ext. 229, or email finaid@mariacollege.edu.

What are the hours of the library?
Library hours are posted on the bulletin board outside the library and in the general office. Typically, the library is open whenever classes are in session. An updated calendar showing daily library hours is posted each month as a link on this webpage.

What are the hours of the college bookstore?

Regular Hours:
Monday – Thursday, 8:30am – 4:00pm
Closed for lunch 12:00pm – 12:30pm daily
Friday, 8:30am – 3:00pm

Extended Hours:
During First Two Weeks, Spring and Fall Semesters
Monday – Thursday 8:30am – 6:30pm
Friday 8:30am – 4:00pm

Where and when can I have access to a computer?
The Learning Resource Center is located in the Administration Building, Room 101. Hours are as follows:

Monday, Wednesday — 8:00am – 8:00pm
Tuesday, Thursday — 9:00am – 8:00pm
Friday — 8:00am – 3:00pm
Saturday/Sunday — 10:00am – 4:00pm (during Weekend College )

How do I get a parking permit?
All motor vehicles parked on campus must be registered. A permit for these registered vehicles is available in the bookstore for a fee of $30.00 + tax per academic year.

Does the college offer services for disabled students?
The Dean of Student Services coordinates support services for students who identify themselves as having a physical, psychological, or learning disability. Maria College is proud to be an educational institution that welcomes and supports a diverse student body, and as such, is committed to providing a supportive environment for students with disabilities. For more information, contact Deb Corrigan, LCSW, Dean of Student Services, 518.438.3111, ext. 250, or at debc@mariacollege.edu.

How can I get a tutor or some assistance with a course?
We are here for your academic success! The Learning Resource Center contains materials and equipment that may be used for remediation, review and/or special assignments. Internet access, videotapes and computer-assisted instruction packages are available to help students strengthen skills in mathematics, reading and writing, chemistry, anatomy/physiology and many other areas. In addition, the Learning Resource Center staff is available to provide writing assistance and to help students develop more effective learning and study skills.