The Gallup-Purdue Index, a national survey of college graduates, finds that Marian University alumni are thriving both personally and professionally.
Gallup identified six critical experiences related to academic support and experiential learning that are strongly associated with how graduates fare later in life. Marian excels in each of these areas.
Caring professorsMy professors cared about me as a person.
Excited about learningI had at least one professor who made me excited about learning.
Mentor encouragementI had a mentor who encouraged me to pursue my goals and dreams.
Support experiencesI have had all three support experiences.
A Marian education places personal well-being front and center, offering the support and resources students need to excel in every aspect of life. Marian grads outperform alumni from other schools in five areas of well-being.
PurposeI like what I do each day and am motivated to achieve my goals.
SocialI have supported, loving relationships in my life.
FinancialI feel confident about managing my finances.
CommunityI feel engaged, proud, and safe where I live.
PhysicalI feel healthy and have the energy to accomplish my goals.
Marian students receive an unparalleled educational experience that empowers them to prosper when they graduate. Research shows Marian graduates go on to do meaningful work that deeply interests them.
Nearly 80% of Marian alumni have attained careers in which they are deeply interested in.
Nearly 80%of Marian alumni have a job that gives them the opportunity to do work that interests them.
Approximately 2/3 of Marian alumni have their ideal job.
Halfof Marian alumni said that Marian was the perfect school for them.
Approximately 1/3 of Marian alumni said they couldn't imagine a world without Marian.
Nearly 100%of Marian alumni said that if they had to do it over again, they would still attend Marian University to obtain their bachelor's degree.
Almost halfof Marian alumni said they were challenged academically at Marian.
Approximately 40%of Marian alumni said they were passionate about the long-term success of its students.
Exactly 40%of Marian alumni said Marian prepared them well for life outside of college.
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