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Who We Are:

  • fast facts We're a Catholic Franciscan university and welcome students, faculty, and staff of all faiths.
  • Marian grew out of the dedication and vision of the Sisters of St. Francis, Oldenburg, who established a school in Oldenburg, Indiana, in 1851.
  • In Indianapolis, we are the Knights and compete in the NAIA. In Plymouth, we are the Chargers in the NJCAA.

We're on a mission...

...to be a great Catholic university dedicated to achieving excellence in learning, which is achieved through teaching, research, and scholarly activities in the Franciscan and liberal arts tradition.

 

Our Locations

IndianaBe a part of the Marian University community in Indianapolis, Plymouth, or online!

  • Travel + Leisure named Indianapolis one of America’s Favorite Cities.
  • With a critical mass of innovative digital technology companies, Indy is the fifth-fastest growing city in the United States for high-tech job growth according to Forbes.
  • Home of hundreds of major employers in business sectors like biosciences, pharmaceuticals, logistics and distribution, and advanced manufacturing.
  • Known as the “Crossroads of America,” two-thirds of the United States population can drive to Indy in 10 hours or less.

About Our Students

  • fast facts99% of students at Marian University's campus in Indianapolis receive scholarships and grants.
  • Students spent 11,000 hours serving or participating in campus ministry.
  • 74% of students are from Indiana.
  • Students from underrepresented backgrounds account for 27.8% of our student population.

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