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With on-campus, evening classes, and the option to study full- or part-time, Merrimack is sure to fit your schedule and life priorities.

Affordable

With generous scholarships and many programs offering full-tuition fellowships, the average cost of attendance is comparable to or less than public universities.

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Enjoy small class sizes and learning environments with personalized attention while studying alongside similarly motivated peers.

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Flexible

With on-campus, evening classes, and the option to study full- or part-time, Merrimack is sure to fit your schedule and life priorities.

Affordable

With generous scholarships and many programs offering full-tuition fellowships, the average cost of attendance is comparable to or less than public universities.

Supportive

Enjoy small class sizes and learning environments with personalized attention while studying alongside similarly motivated peers.

DISCOVER THE MERRIMACK DIFFERENCE

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Practical

Graduate with the relevant skills and marketable expertise that are sought by today’s employers.

Experience-Based

Gain unparalleled hands-on practice and transformative learning experiences both in and out of the classroom.

Flexible

With on-campus, evening classes, and the option to study full- or part-time, Merrimack is sure to fit your schedule and life priorities.

Affordable

With generous scholarships and many programs offering full-tuition fellowships, the average cost of attendance is comparable to or less than public universities.

Supportive

Enjoy small class sizes and learning environments with personalized attention while studying alongside similarly motivated peers.

DISCOVER THE MERRIMACK DIFFERENCE

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Practical

Graduate with the relevant skills and marketable expertise that are sought by today’s employers.

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Experience-Based

Gain unparalleled hands-on practice and transformative learning experiences both in and out of the classroom.

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ONLINE & ON-CAMPUS GRADUATE PROGRAMS 
THAT FIT YOUR GOALS

  • Accounting, M.S. (Online)

  • Business Analytics, M.S. (Online)

  • Data Science & Business Analytics, (Online Certificate)

  • Management, M.S. (Online or Hybrid)

  • Community Engagement, M.Ed. (Online or On-campus) 

  • Criminology and Criminal Justice, M.S.

  • Criminology and Criminal Justice, M.S. (With Police Academy)

  • Educational Leadership, C.A.G.S.

  • Higher Education, M.Ed.

  • School Counseling, M.Ed.

  • Social Work, MSW

  • Teacher Education, M.Ed (Online or On-campus)

  • Athletic Training, M.S.

  • Community Health Education, M.S.

  • Exercise and Sport Science, M.S.

  • Health & Wellness Management, M.S.

  • Healthcare Analytics, M.S. (Online)

  • Nutrition & Human Performance, M.S.

  • Clinical Mental Health Counseling, M.S.

  • Communication, M.A.

  • Public Affairs, M.P.A.

  • Spiritual Direction, M.A.

  • Spirituality, M.A.

  • Biology, M.S.

  • Civil Engineering, M.S.

  • Computer Science, M.S.

  • Data Science, M.S. (Online)

  • Data Science (Online Certificate)

  • Engineering Management, M.S.

  • Engineering Management, M.S. (Online)

  • Mechanical Engineering, M.S.

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At Merrimack College, we’re proud of our long history of providing quality degrees to students entering the job market. Our faculty are more than just teachers. We are committed to helping you grow — academically, personally and professionally — so that you graduate as a confident, well-prepared leader.

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Merrimack College is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education’s (CSWE) Board of Accreditation (BOA).

Accreditation of a baccalaureate or master’s social work program by the BOA indicates that it meets or exceeds standards of program quality evaluated through a peer review accreditation process. An accredited program has sufficient resources to meet its mission and goals, and the BOA has verified that it demonstrates compliance with all sections of the Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS).

Accreditation applies to all program options, which includes locations and delivery methods. Accreditation provides reasonable assurance about the quality of the program and the competence of students graduating from the program.

Review our program’s accredited status in CSWE’s Directory of Accredited Programs. For more information about social work accreditation, contact CSWE’s Department of Social Work Accreditation.

Summary of the Program's Assessment Plan

As part of the on-going accreditation process, the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) requires all programs to report the assessment results of a series of competencies. Click here to view our latest assessment summary.

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Merrimack is such a great community. Since joining the program, I have had support from every faculty member and classmate. Merrimack provides us with a lot of resources that set us up for success.

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Build advanced, industry-relevant knowledge and skills in a community that helps you excel in your field of choice.

Merrimack College has a reputation for excellence. Here are a few of our recent rankings and accolades.

2025 #39 Best Regional Universities in the North

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Fastest-Growing Private Nonprofit Institution - Master’s

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2024 Best Regional College

The Princeton Review

2023 Most Transformative College

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Why You Should Choose Merrimack College

Start strong, level up, or change direction: whatever you want to do next, Merrimack College is here to help you achieve it. We offer online, hybrid and on-campus graduate programs designed to elevate your knowledge and skills, build your professional confidence and prepare you to make a positive impact in your career and community.

Exceptional Value

A Merrimack education is designed to be an accessible investment. The average cost of attendance for our students is comparable to tuition at a public university. Many of our programs feature scholarship and fellowship opportunities that can cover up to 100% of tuition costs. Financial aid is available to those who qualify.

Personalized Support

You’ll never feel lost in the crowd at Merrimack. In addition to small class sizes, we also provide resources to help support your specific goals, including personal success coaching, career services advising and, for selected programs, access to LinkedIn Learning courses at no extra cost.

Experience Matters

We believe in learning by doing. Our programs integrate research, fieldwork, project-based learning and other opportunities into every program. Most of our programs can be tailored with electives, concentration options or built-in certification prep options. We also select faculty members who have real-world experience in the fields they teach.

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Recognized and Respected

Merrimack College has a reputation for excellence. Here are a few of our recent rankings and accolades.

U.S. News & World Report 
2026 Top 10 Most Innovative Schools in the North

U.S. News & World Report 
2026 #38 Best Regional Universities in the North

Money Magazine 
2023 Most Transformative College

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The Princeton Review
2026 
Best Regional College

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2023 Most Transformative College

The Chronicle of Higher Education
Fastest-Growing Private Nonprofit Institution - Master’s

U.S. News & World Report 
2026  #16 Best Colleges for Veterans

U.S. News & World Report 
2026 #52 Best Value Schools