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Merced College
Merced College
MERCED, CA . 2 Year 3.7
#1565 in Best Colleges in America
3600 M ST MERCED, CA 95348

Overview

Merced College is a public community college in Merced, California, founded in 1962. The college offers more than 130 degree and certificate programs in the areas of humanities, business, medicine, and industrial technology, as well as degrees designed for transfer (ADT). In addition, the school has established transfer agreements with four-year universities, including UC Merced, to provide students with opportunities for smooth transition. Merced is located in California's Central Valley, a relatively low cost of living location for international students. The university offers a wide range of support services, including academic counseling, career planning, student organizations, and more, in an effort to develop the whole student. The mission of Merced University is to “empower students and promote community growth through education and workforce training” and student success is a core value.

Rankings

  • 562

    #562 in Best Community Colleges in America

  • 7

    #7 7 in Best Community Colleges in California

  • Best Community Colleges in America 562 of 922

Academics

  • B Professors
  • B+Value
  • BDiversity
  • B+Safety
  • C+Student Life
  • C+Location

Majors

  • Liberal Arts and Humanities
    914 Graduates
  • Psychology
    378 Graduates
  • Social Science Research Methods
    239 Graduates
  • Business
    124 Graduates
  • Business Support Services
    120 Graduates
  • Sociology
    107 Graduates
  • Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
    104 Graduates
  • Child Care Provider
    91 Graduates
  • Welding
    76 Graduates
  • Health Service Preparatory Studies
    67 Graduates

Admissions

  • Application Deadline
  • 100%
    Acceptance Rate
  • Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • Online Certificate Programs
    9
  • Online Associates Programs
    14
  • Online Bachelor's Programs
    0

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $6,177
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    84%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    36%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    79%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    3,779 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    5,503
  • Undergrads Over 25
    29%
  • Pell Grant
    56%
  • Varsity Athletes
    8%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    19:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
  • Athletic Conference
    No data available  
  • Athletic Division
    CCCAA

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