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Merritt College

Merritt College is a medium, public institution located in Oakland, ca. Merritt College offers associate degrees or certifications in 63 majors.

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Key stats

2 Year, Public
7,022 undergraduates
$1,167 undergraduate tuition

Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Merritt College is known for one of its top majors: Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. Their student-faculty ratio is 33:1.

Graduation Rate
Retention Rate
33 :1
Student to faculty ratio

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Annual tuition & cost

In state

Annual tuition $1,167
Additional expenses
Books & supplies $1,724
Cost of attendance* $2,891
Financial aid package N/A
Estimated annual cost $2,891 See my potential costs

Out of state

Annual tuition $8,703
Additional expenses
Books & supplies $1,724
Cost of attendance* $10,427
Financial aid package N/A
Estimated annual cost $10,427 See my potential costs

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*Cost of attendance is the average of annual expenses including tuition, books, room, board, and other living estimated living expenses.

Student population

Who’s going to be there? Merritt College has a total enrollment of 7,022, with gender‑binary students split 35% male and 65% female.

Total enrollment

7,022

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Student type

Full-time

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
16%
African American %
23%
Hispanic American %
34%
Asian %
16%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
6%
Unknown %
5%
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Campus info

12500 Campus Dr, Oakland, CA 94619
5105314911

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Merritt College so you have more information to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Merritt College?

Merritt College is located in Oakland, ca.

How much does it cost for 2 years at Merritt College?  

The estimated cost for 2 years at Merritt College including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $5,782 .

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