Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001237
- Phone: (800) 556-3656
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
80%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
27:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
2FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$3,753Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Merced College
1000 El Camino Real, Atherton, CA
Merced College offers a gateway to the future by offering an outstanding education at an affordable price. Tuition is only $46 per unit. The college offers a supportive atmosphere which is provided by caring faculty and staff. At Merced College you will find state-of-the-art facilities and the latest technology. Current enrollment is 11,000 students.
The institute offers the Student Success Program that provides academic support. The goal is to ensure that every student gets the help that he or she needs to be successful. The goal is to offers students the support they need to achieve academic success.
Classes are offered in a variety of subjects. Subjects include math, engineering, science, allied health, computer science, international studies, nursing, and Spanish.
The college is an outstanding option for international students. International students gain a strong head start on their degrees at Merced College. International students love the fact that the college offers more than eighty Associate Degree Programs and more than sixty certificate programs, transfer agreements and counseling to prepare for ones future course of study.
Child care is offered to students. This makes getting a degree easier for parents. With convenient hours, Merced College helps to make college readily available to everyone. The college also offers health services. It aims to offer basic health care services and help students become more responsible for their health. Merced College embraces diversity and works to celebrate it.
The career center at Merced College is an outstanding service, which will help students find a career that fits their interest. It is also an outstanding resource for help finding a job upon graduation.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the students Merced College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $9,400. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- State Residents: $1,100-$1,300
- Out-of-State: $6,300-$7,517
- Part-time students are charged:
- In-State: $46-$55 per unit
- Out-of-State: $260-$310 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 80% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 80% | $5,967 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Merced College may offer student services like those listed below:- Online course work available
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Work study style employment
- Assistance to find work
- Day care
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Radiology Technician Program
- * Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (since 1975)
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Merced College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Agriculture (A)
- Horticulture (A, C)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (A)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (A)
- Office Management and Supervision (A, C)
- Administrative Assistant (A, C)
- Bookkeeping (A, C)
- Small Business Management (A, C)
- Real Estate (C)
- Retail Management
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (A)
Computer and Information Sciences
Construction Trades
- Electrician (A, C)
Engineering Technology
- CAD (A)
English Language and Literature
- English (A)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (A)
Legal Professions and Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A, C)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (A)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Auto Mechanic (A, C)
- Computer Repair Technician (A, C)
- Industrial Electronics Technology (A)
- Auto Body (C)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (A)
Precision Production
- Welding (A, C)
Psychology
- Psychology (A)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Human Services (A, C)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
Social Sciences
- Social Science (A)
- International Relations (A)
- Anthropology (A)
- Archaeology (A)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Drama and Theatre Arts (A)
- Music (A)
- Photography (C)
Other Community Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Merced College.
- Modesto Junior College in Oxnard, CA (37 miles away)
- Columbia College - Sonora in Pomona, CA (48 miles away)
- Fresno City College in Eureka, CA (54 miles away)
- Gavilan College in Fullerton, CA (65 miles away)
- San Joaquin Delta College in Clovis, CA (65 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
- Compare all colleges & universities in California
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001237
- Phone: (800) 556-3656
- School Homepage