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Colleges / Marquette University

Marquette University

Milwaukee, WI 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate87%

Marquette University Academics

Marquette University requires a minimum of 120 credits to graduate with a bachelor's degree.

Students can choose the accelarated degree program if they would like to finish all the credits for graduation in less time than normal. Marquette University accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, Marquette University has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 83% of students who start college at Marquette University complete all the credits required within six years.

Marquette University true.

Academic Options Yes No Note
Accelerated Degree Program
Transfer Credits Accepted
AP Credit Accepted
IB Credits Accepted
Summer Classes Available
New Student Orientation

Reminder: Marquette University may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

What Classes Will I Take At Marquette University?

Marquette University has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are not required to fulfill a language requirement, but there is a math and science requirement.

Students are not required to take a computer class to graduate.

Course Required?
2nd Language No
Math Yes
Science Yes
Computer No

Reminder: Check with Marquette University directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Marquette University

When choosing a major, Marquette University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Marquette University.Marquette University allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative. Marquette University false.Marquette University offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Declaring a double major may require more work but it can provide a unique combination of experience that helps students stand out when looking for a job or applying to a graduate program.


Frequently Asked Questions About Marquette University


Does Marquette University Offer Learning Disability Services?

✅ Marquette University does offer services for students with disabilities.

Prospective students can contact the college's Office of Accessibility Services to learn more about any support and accomodations offered. These conversations are usually kept confidential and will not be shared with the admissions office if you do not wish to share.

Does Marquette University Have An Online Program?

✅ Marquette University true for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does Marquette University Give AP Credit?

✅ Marquette University true Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Marquette University Have An Honors Program?

✅ Marquette University true for highly-qualified applicants, but false. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at Marquette University.

Does Marquette University Require Internships?

🟨 Marquette University does not require an internship for all students, but does require an internship for students in some majors. Students can look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job.


Additional Information About Marquette University


Marquette University Library

The main library on campus is the Raynor Memorial Libraries and there is one other library on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at Marquette University

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time. A 3-2 dual degree program is a five-year program wherein the first three years are spend taking undergraduate courses and the final two years are spent taking graduate courses. Upon completion of the 5 years, the student will be awarded two degrees, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.

Marquette University offers these dual degree programs:

•3-2 dual degree program in engineering

•3-2 dual degree program in business administration

•Exercise science/clinical and translational rehabilitation health sciences, speech and language pathology, international affairs, physical therapy

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Marquette University have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every school. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Marquette University has an Army ROTC program, an Air Force ROTC program and a Navy ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Marquette University include:

•an ARMY ROTC branch unit on campus

•a Navy ROTC branch unit on campus

•an Air Force branch unit on campus

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Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

11,167

Campus Setting

Urban

Acceptance Rate

87%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$48,700

Out-of-State

$48,700

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Dec 1
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