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Merritt College
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Merritt College Academics
Merritt College is one of four colleges that are part of a group called Peralta Colleges. The other colleges within this group include Berkeley College, Laney College, and College of Alameda. Accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior College (ACCJC) of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), Merritt College offers many instructional programs which earn students associate degrees or certificates. Some instructional programs offered include allied health, communication, insurance, legal administration, radiologic science, and real estate. Several degrees offered at Merritt College include: Associate Degree in Nursing; Associate of Science in Radiologic Science; and, Associate of Arts in Child Development.
In addition, Merritt College offers online education for students looking for a flexible learning environment. These courses are completed online, with the exception of an occasional on-campus meeting. Some of Merritt College’s online classes include the following areas of study: business, management, computer information systems, online teaching, general psychology, and real estate.
Merritt College Admissions
Merritt College is open to all students interested in furthering their education, who have graduated with a diploma from a secondary school or equivalent. Prospective students can apply to the college by telephone, online, or in person.
Students interested in applying to Merritt College, should follow these steps:
- Fill out and submit an online admissions application
- Take an assessment test
- Schedule an orientation
- Make an appointment with a counselor
International students are required to pay a $50 application fee.
Merritt College Financial Aid
Merritt College offers several financial aid options for qualifying students who fill out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Contact the Financial Aid Office for a complete listing of financial assistance offered as well as instructions on how to apply.
Merritt College Students
Nestled in the hills over the San Francisco Bay, Merritt College serves an estimated 7,000 students which include high school graduates, international students, and working professionals. The campus is only minutes away from East Bay’s commercial district and offers a phenomenal view of the Pacific Ocean and the Golden Gate Bridge.
Merritt College is a commuter campus serving a diverse student population with a Learning Center designed to help students hone their skills such as writing, reading, and also provides a class to improve study skills. Free tutoring is also available for individuals or for small groups.
In addition, Merritt College has computer labs, professional counseling services, disabled student programs and services, and a student health center. The library website is an excellent resource for library events and updates, provides the hours of operation, and maintains an online catalog as well as electronic databases of periodical articles.
Merritt College Athletics
Merritt College has several sports teams for students interested in competitive team sports while pursuing an academic degree. The college offers men’s soccer, men’s basketball, women’s basketball, and track and field. The Merritt College Thunderbirds are part of the California Community College Athletic Association.
Information Summary
Ranks 2400th overall and 226th in California
| Overall Score
On StateUniversity.com (about) |
47.0 |
|---|---|
| Total Cost
On-Campus Attendance |
$1,986 |
| Admission
Success rate |
N/A |
| Student Ratio
Ratio of students to faculty |
17 : 1 |
| Retention
(Full-Time / Part-Time) |
54% / 26% |
| Enrollment
Total (all students) |
7,225 |
Demographics – Main Campus and Surrounding Areas
Reported area around or near Oakland, CA 94619-3196
| Surrounding community | Large city (inside urban area, pop. over 250,000) |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 24,501 (24,434 urban / 67 rural) |
| Households | 8,941 (2.69 people per house) |
| Families | 5,906 (3.24 people per family) |
| Pop. — African American | 8,209 |
| Pop. — Asian | 5,476 |
| Pop. — Pacific Islander | 214 |
| Pop. — American Indian / Alaskan Native | 488 |
| Pop. — White (incl. Hispanic) | 9,216 |
| Pop. — Other | 2,358 |
Carnegie Foundation Classification
Associate's — Public Urban-serving Multicampus
| Undergraduate | Associates |
|---|---|
| Graduate | N/A |
| Undergraduate Population | Higher part-time two-year |
| Enrollment | Exclusively undergraduate two-year |
| Size & Setting | Medium two-year |
General Characteristics
| Highest offering | At least 2, but less than 4 academic yrs |
|---|---|
| Calendar System | Semester |
| Years of college work required | N/A |
| Variable Tuition |  |
Special Learning Opportunities
| Distance Learning | |
|---|---|
| ROTC — Army / Navy / Air Force |  —
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| Study Abroad | |
| Weekend College | |
| Teacher Certification | |
Student Tuition Costs and Fees
What are the typical tuition costs and fees for attending Merritt College?
Ranks 3597th for total cost of attendance
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT Undergraduate Tuition | $560 | $560 | $5,376 |
| FT Undergraduate Required Fees | $4 | $4 | $4 |
| PT Undergraduate per Credit Hour | $20 | $20 | $192 |
| FT Graduate Tuition | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| FT Graduate Required Fees | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| PT Graduate per Credit Hour | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total Cost of Attendance — On-Campus | $1,986 | $1,986 | $6,802 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus w/out Family | $15,432 | $15,432 | $20,248 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus with Family | $5,496 | $5,496 | $10,312 |
Student Tuition Cost History and Trends
Three year history and trends on the cost of attending
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published Tuition & Fees | $732  $564 |
$732  $564 |
$5,492  $5,380 |
| Cost (regardless of residency) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $1,287  $1,422 |
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| On-Campus – Room & Board | N/A  N/A |
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| On-Campus – Other Expenses | N/A  N/A |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Room & Board | $9,117  $9,936 |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Other Expenses | $3,385  $3,510 |
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| Off-Campus with Family – Room & Board | $3,385  $3,510 |
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Admission Criteria
What criteria does Merritt College use for admissions?
| Open Admissions | |
|---|---|
| Secondary School GPA / Rank / Record | N/A / N/A / N/A |
| College Prep. Completion | N/A |
| Recommendations | N/A |
| Formal competency demo | N/A |
| Admission test scores | N/A |
| TOEFL | N/A |
| Other tests | N/A |
= Required, 
= Recommended, 
= Neither required nor recommended
Admission Credits Accepted
What types of credits does Merritt College accept?
| Dual Credit | |
|---|---|
| Life Experience | |
| Advanced Placement (AP) | |
Student Services
| Remedial Services | |
|---|---|
| Academic / Career Counseling | |
| PT Cost-defraying Employment | |
| Career Placement | |
| On-Campus Day Care | |
| Library Facility | |
Student Living
| First-time Room / Board Required | |
|---|---|
| Dorm Capacity | N/A |
| Meals per Week | N/A |
| Room Fee | N/A |
| Board Fee | N/A |
Student Financial Aid Details
How many students use Financial Aid, and how much do they use?
Merritt College Ranks 4243rd for the average student loan amount.
| Average | Users | % of Attendees | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Grant Aid | $3,439 | 29 |  40% |
| State & Local Grant Aid | $829 | 51 |  71% |
| Institutional Grant Aid | N/A | N/A |  0% |
| Student Loan Aid | $2,625 | 1 |  1% |
| Any financial aid type | 52 |  72% |
Student Enrollment Demographics
How many students are enrolled at Merritt College?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | 32 | 33 | 65 |
Black Non-Hispanic | 777 | 1,842 | 2,619 |
Hispanic | 308 | 720 | 1,028 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | 460 | 886 | 1,346 |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | 19 | 38 | 57 |
White Non-Hispanic | 499 | 999 | 1,498 |
Race Unknown | 198 | 414 | 612 |
| Total | 2,293 | 4,932 | 7,225 |
Most Popular Fields of Study
The top 5 fields of study completed at Merritt College.
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 212 | 216 | |
| 16 | 69 | 85 | |
| 12 | 58 | 70 | |
| 15 | 51 | 66 | |
| 12 | 29 | 41 |
Student Completion / Graduation Demographics
How many students are successful graduates?
Faculty Compensation / Salaries
Merritt College Ranks 583rd for the average full-time faculty salary.
| Tenure system | |
|---|---|
| Average FT Salary | $68,663 ($68,008 male / $69,028 female) |
| Number of FT Faculty | 81 (29 male / 52 female) |
| Number of PT Faculty | 201 |
| FT Faculty Ratio | 0.4 : 1 |
| Total Benefits | $1,409,849 |
Merritt College Summary
The following paragraph provided courtesy of wikipedia.
The college is part of the Peralta Community College District and was opened as a general campus in 1954 (it had been known as the Merritt School of Business, and along with what is now Laney College, operated by the Oakland Unified School District as Oakland Junior College, which became the nucleus of the Peralta Colleges).
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