Samuel Merritt University: Review & Facts
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Samuel Merritt University is a small four-year, private not-for-profit school with 1,915 students enrolled. This school was founded in 1909 and is one of the 10 schools and colleges located in Oakland, California.Samuel Merritt University is ranked in Best Lesbian and Gay Schools in the country.
Academic Offerings
At Samuel Merritt University you can obtain your bachelor's degree, master's degree, postmaster certificate, or doctoral degree.Majors
Offered
Offered
8
SMU implements a trimester-based curriculum calendar system and provides 8 majors. The most popular concentrations are Nursing, Medical, Occupational Therapy, and Medical Assistant. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings.The graduation rate at SMU is good: 71%.
Student to faculty ratio at SMU is very good - 6:1. Learn more information regarding faculty and instruction at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.
Tuition and Loans
Average tuition costs are extremely high, about $48,000 per year. The additional fees at Samuel Merritt University not covered by tuition are about $2,300; which comes to $50,300 annually.Read the details about SMU additional charges as well as availability of loans and likelihood of repaying them upon graduation in the Tuition & Loans report for this college.
Admissions Information
Dual Credits
Accepted
Accepted
No
To request the most accurate and up-to-date information about enrolling to SMU and a program that best suits your goals and budget, call this school's general information office at (800) 607-6377 or check Samuel Merritt University Website.
Opportunities and Services
Dormatory
Annual Price
Annual Price
$6,300
Medium
There are options for on-campus part-time employment at SMU, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and find a full-time job upon graduation.
Safety
Grade
Grade
A
Safe
SMU provides on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates around 100 students, which offers a decent on-campus housing option. The room price is reasonable: around $6,300 per year.Based on the college crime numbers, Samuel Merritt University appears to be a safe school. Read the details in the Campus Crime report for this college.
Samuel Merritt University Location and Address
Postal Address:Samuel Merritt University
3100 Telegraph Avenue
Oakland, California
94609, USA
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