Overview

Financial Information

• Scholarships and Financial Aid:
  To apply for need-based aid — grants, loans and work programs — applicants must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), available on line beginning Oct. 1. Merrimack’s federal school code is 002120. Your application will automatically be reviewed for generous merit scholarships. Merrimack’s annual tuition average is $20,500 (after scholarships and grants and excluding housing).
• Tuition and Fees:
  Total Estimated Cost of Attendance: $64,881 Resident or Off-Campus Housing; $49,974 Commuter. This includes tuition, fees, room and board, books and supplies, transportation, and personal expenses.

Information for Transfer In Students

• Accepts Transfers:
  We have a long history of welcoming transfer students to our community and aim to make your transition to Merrimack seamless and rewarding.

Application Deadlines for Transfer

Transfer Application Requirements

• Official Transcripts:
  Official transcript(s) from each college/university attended are required. Official final high school, GED or high school equivalency transcripts are required if fewer than 24 semester hours of credit of college coursework has be completed.
• SAT Scores:
  Test scores are not required.
• Letters of Recommendation:
  A current letter of academic or professional recommendation is required.
• Essay:
  A college essay on the topic of your choice is required.
• Application Fee:
  There is no application fee, giving you the opportunity to apply for free with nothing to lose and everything to gain.
• Other Requirements:
  A Transfer College Report showing good academic standing is required.
• Apply Here:
  https://www.merrimack.edu/admission/undergraduate/transfer/

Transfer Credit Policy

• Minimum Grade:
  Merrimack College reviews college courses with a grade of C- or higher for transfer credit.
• Credits (Min/Max):
  Merrimack College will award up to 90 Transfer credit hours to incoming Transfer students. You must successfully complete at least 34 credit hours at Merrimack and 50% of the courses required for your major to earn your bachelor’s degree.

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