Merrimack College
Merrimack College's 220-acre campus is located in the suburban town of North Andover, Massachusetts. Rooted in Augustinian values, the college fosters a community-focused atmosphere. Merrimack offers a career-focused education, with particular strengths in business, education, and the health professions. The college's location provides students with access to internships and opportunities in the Boston area.
Financial Aid
The sticker price is rarely what families actually pay. Merrimack College's grant and scholarship aid lowers the net price for most income brackets. 15% of students receive Pell Grants; 61% take federal loans.
Average net price across income brackets is $33,877, roughly 35% lower than the published tuition.
Net Price by Family Income
Academic Year 2025| Income Bracket | Avg Net Price | 4-Year Net Cost |
|---|---|---|
| $0 – $30K | $27,376 | $109,504 |
| $30K – $48K | $30,509 | $122,036 |
| $48K – $75K | $32,926 | $131,704 |
| $75K – $110K | $37,097 | $148,388 |
| $110K+ | $41,477 | $165,908 |
| Sticker price (no aid) | $51,786 | $207,144 |
Programs at Merrimack College
13 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.
| Degree Program | DW Score | 1-yr Earnings | AI Risk | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science Compare across schools → |
61
|
$70,256/yr | Very High | 2.4x |
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Business Administration
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60
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$48,018/yr | High | 2.8x |
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Electrical Engineering
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51
|
$79,659/yr | Very High | 2.8x |
| Civil Engineering Compare across schools → |
51
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$75,556/yr | High | 2.6x |
| Mechanical Engineering Compare across schools → |
49
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$68,615/yr | Very High | 2.3x |
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Criminal Justice
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43
|
$43,323/yr | Moderate | 1.7x |
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Biology
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36
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$41,506/yr | High | 1.0x |
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Political Science
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35
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$35,619/yr | Very High | 0.7x |
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Human Development & Family Studies
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33
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$33,640/yr | High | 1.6x |
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Psychology
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29
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$34,453/yr | High | 1.6x |
| Communication and Media Studies Compare across schools → |
25
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$29,527/yr | High | 2.0x |
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Health Sciences
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19
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$31,161/yr | High | 0.5x |
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Education
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16
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$29,368/yr | High | 0.4x |
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