Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
73.61%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
Merrimack College Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 73.61%. This means approximately 736 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 4,043 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
73.61%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | New England Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $51,786 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $51,786 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $68,089 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $37,899 | State avg: $23,961. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 15.18% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 61.08% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Merrimack College Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$51,786
Room and board
$19,995
Books and supplies
$1,000
Other expenses
$1,500
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$68,089
Average net price
$37,899
Average aid coverage
44%
$30,190 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Merrimack College pays approximately $37,899 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Massachusetts average of $23,961 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Merrimack College?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Massachusetts and national averages.
Merrimack College net price
$37,899
Massachusetts average
$23,961
National average
$17,506
Merrimack College Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $51,786 and average net price at $37,899. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$51,786
Current net price
$37,899
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
72.13%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$75,584
Undergraduates
4,043
10-Year Median Earnings - Merrimack College vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Merrimack College graduates earn about 1.7x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Merrimack College?
Undergraduates
4,043
Completion rate
72.13%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
15.18%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
61.08%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 15.18% of Merrimack College students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 61.08% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Merrimack College
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Merrimack College's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Merrimack College lists New England Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Merrimack College is listed at 315 Turnpike St, North Andover, MA 01845. Accreditor: New England Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Merrimack College with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merrimack College | 73.61% | $51,786 | $37,899 | $75,584 |
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 4.74% | $60,156 | $19,813 | $143,372 |
| Franklin W Olin College of Engineering | 21.66% | $64,458 | $20,575 | $129,455 |
| MCPHS University | 85.21% | $38,850 | $35,084 | $125,557 |
| Babson College | 19.74% | $56,032 | $38,876 | $123,938 |
Similar Schools in North Andover
This local cluster focuses on nearby North Andover schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around North Andover.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merrimack College's acceptance rate?
Merrimack College's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 73.61%.
How much is Merrimack College tuition?
Merrimack College's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $51,786.
What is Merrimack College's average net price?
Merrimack College's average net price in the local dataset is $37,899.
What does Merrimack College cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $27,376 for Merrimack College students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Merrimack College's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $75,584 for Merrimack College.
Is Merrimack College accredited?
Merrimack College's accreditor in the local dataset is New England Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Merrimack College?
The local dataset lists 4,043 undergraduate students at Merrimack College.
What percentage of Merrimack College students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Merrimack College in the local dataset is 15.18%.
What is the federal loan rate at Merrimack College?
The federal loan rate for Merrimack College in the local dataset is 61.08%.
Where should I verify Merrimack College data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Merrimack College or the latest official federal education data.