Marist University Football
Marist University (MU) · Poughkeepsie, New York · Private nonprofit university
Marist University Football coaches
Coaches at Marist University who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.
The program
Where Marist University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Pioneer Football League
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- goredfoxes.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 15 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 80% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Marist University in Poughkeepsie.
- Location
- Poughkeepsie, New York
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- marist.edu
About Marist University Football
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Mike Willis, the Head Coach, leads the Marist University Football staff of 15 coaches, verified October 2026. Marist University (MU) competes in NCAA Division I Football as a member of the Pioneer Football League. Under NCAA rules, Division I football coaches can start private messages and calls on September 1 of junior year. Marist University is a private school in Poughkeepsie, New York with 6,356 undergraduates, a 57% acceptance rate.
How to get recruited by Marist University Football
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Mike Willis, the Head Coach and Bob Palombo, the Special Assistant to the Head Coach. Marist University has 15 coaches for Football, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, 40-yard dash and key stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
- Send your videoInclude a Hudl highlight video with your best plays first, with the link near the top so Mike can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Marist University typically score 1190–1340 on the SAT and 25–31 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Marist University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Email Coach MikeHow football recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Marist University Football FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Marist University D1?
Yes. Marist University competes in NCAA Division I Football, in the Pioneer Football League.
Is Marist University public or private?
Marist University is a private nonprofit school in Poughkeepsie, New York.
What conference is Marist University Football in?
The Pioneer Football League.
Does Marist University offer athletic scholarships for Football?
Marist University competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Marist University Football have?
15 coaches, led by Mike Willis, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Marist University Football?
Mike Willis is the Head Coach.
When can Marist University Football coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division I football coaches can start private messages and calls on September 1 of junior year. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.
Can you walk on to Marist University Football?
It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.
How much does Marist University cost?
In-state tuition is $46,920 and out-of-state tuition is $46,920 a year.
What is the Marist University acceptance rate?
57% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Marist University?
Admitted students typically score 1190–1340 on the SAT and 25–31 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Marist University Football coaches?
Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.
Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.
