Who We Are:
-   We're a Catholic Franciscan university and welcome students, faculty, and staff of all faiths. 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.
 
    		 Be a part of the Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµAPK community in Indianapolis,
Be a part of the Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµAPK community in Indianapolis, 99% of students at Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµAPK's campus in Indianapolis receive scholarships and grants.
99% of students at Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµAPK's campus in Indianapolis receive scholarships and grants.