MERRITT COLLEGE
- 12500 Campus Dr
- Oakland, CA 94619
- OPEID College Code: 00126700
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- General Phone: (510) 531-4911
- President: Dr. Robert Adams
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 7,295
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Merritt College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Website
- www.merritt.edu
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
Accreditation
- Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Urban-Serving Multicampus
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Part-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Medium Two-Year
Merritt College Campus Map
Other Campus Locations
- Berkeley City College
Berkeley, CA 94704
8 Miles Away - College of Alameda (COA)
Alameda, CA 94501
6 Miles Away
- Laney College
Oakland, CA 94607
5 Miles Away
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 70%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 4% | 52% | 69% | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $6,252 | $4,044 | $653 | - |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 7.5% | 9.0% | - |
| Number in Default | 1 | 3 | - |
| Number in Repayment | 22 | 19 | 12 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $796 | $648 | $568 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $796 | $648 | $568 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $5,396 | $5,460 | $5,460 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,638 | $1,566 | $1,422 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $11,160 | $10,152 | $9,936 |
| Other Expenses | $4,266 | $3,024 | $3,510 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $4,266 | $3,024 | $3,510 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $2,434 | $2,214 | $1,990 |
| In-State | $2,434 | $2,214 | $1,990 |
| Out of State | $7,034 | $7,026 | $6,882 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $17,860 | $15,390 | $15,436 |
| In-State | $17,860 | $15,390 | $15,436 |
| Out of State | $22,460 | $20,202 | $20,328 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $6,700 | $5,238 | $5,500 |
| In-State | $6,700 | $5,238 | $5,500 |
| Out of State | $11,300 | $10,050 | $10,392 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 7,295 Undergraduate: 7,295
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 2,506 Female: 4,789
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 2,506 Female: 4,789
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 1,147 Part-Time: 6,148
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,147 Part-Time: 6,148
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 97 | 1% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 1,911 | 26% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 257 | 4% |
| Ages 18-19 | 803 | 11% |
| Ages 20-21 | 808 | 11% |
| Ages 22-24 | 1,019 | 14% |
| Ages 25-29 | 1,196 | 16% |
| Ages 30-34 | 743 | 10% |
| Ages 35-39 | 528 | 7% |
| Ages 40-49 | 906 | 12% |
| Ages 50-65 | 817 | 11% |
| Age Over 65 | 218 | 3% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 347 | 157 | 190 |
| Faculty Status | 267 | 82 | 185 |
| Tenured Faculty | 67 | 67 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 267 | 82 | 185 |
| Primarily Instruction | 267 | 82 | 185 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 7 | 7 | - |
| Other Professionals | 16 | 15 | 1 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 57 | 53 | 4 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 25 | 25 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 11 | 11 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $77,573 (70) | $79,792 (30) | $75,909 (40) |
| Instructor | $77,573 (70) | $79,792 (30) | $75,909 (40) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $96,025 (12) | $111,950 (2) | $92,840 (10) |
| Instructor | $96,025 (12) | $111,950 (2) | $92,840 (10) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $77,719 (82) | $80,530 (32) | $75,919 (50) |
| Instructor | $77,719 (82) | $80,530 (32) | $75,919 (50) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 82 | 62 | 20 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 82 | 62 | 20 |
| Basketball | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| All Track Combined | 31 | 23 | 8 |
| Soccer | 23 | 23 | - |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $6,872 | $6,872 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $3,800 | $3,800 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Basketball | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| All Track Combined | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Soccer | 2 | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 31%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 17%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 9% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 7% |
| Female | 11% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 100% |
| Unknown | 27% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | 1 | - |
| Liquor Related | - | 1 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Robbery | - | 1 |
| Aggravated Assault | 1 | 1 |
| Burglary | 4 | 2 |
| Vehicle Theft | 1 | 1 |
Merritt College Reviews
2 Reviews Submitted For Merritt College
- Reviewed on: March 10, 2012
Flag Review - Rating:
- My teachers at Merritt College are the best, and the facilities I have access to in the Horticulture Dept. are amazing. I know my program at Merritt is tops, and I've heard their other programs are good too. I made the right choice for sure!
- Reviewed on: July 17, 2010 Flag Review
- Rating:
- this is a school i feel has an ideal learning facility but should offer more out in the field like preparation for firefighters not necessarily or forensics psychology , police and athletic massage
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
