C
Average
Score: 52/100
Overall (traditional)
B+
Outcome Rating
74/100 · earnings-weighted

Menlo College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Atherton, California 94027
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 51%
Outcomes
B
67/100
Affordability
F
23/100
Resources
C+
58/100
Experience
A
86/100
Prestige
F
29/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

840
Total Enrollment
51%
Graduation Rate
70%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
68%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Menlo College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$76,419
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$60,608
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$21,750
Median debt at graduation
53.5%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
31.1%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 28% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 85th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (CA wage index 1.21). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Menlo College

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Finance and Financial Management Services$69,684$103,918+25%#34 of 452#77$23,250
Accounting and Related Services$71,067$93,619+23%#85 of 796#191$26,955
Business Administration, Management and Operations$50,306$81,996+20%#117 of 1176#249$22,000
Marketing$49,788$74,930+8%#123 of 516#247$23,250
Psychology—$52,942+4%#355 of 1027#659$21,500

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Menlo College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $8,661,875
  • Avg rent near campus: $15,500/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 94063 (2.6% cap, Redwood City)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $50,190 $50,190
Total Cost (On-Campus) $72,369 $72,369

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
31%
Receive Pell Grants
41%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

840
Total Students
42%
Women
93%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 16%
Hispanic 32%
Black 4%
Asian 8%
Two or More 11%
Non-Resident 24%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 88%
Hybrid (Some Online) 12%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 93%
25-64 (Adult) 5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Menlo College?
Menlo College has an acceptance rate of 68%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Menlo College?
Tuition at Menlo College is $50,190 for in-state students and $50,190 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Menlo College?
The graduation rate at Menlo College is 51%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Menlo College a good school?
Menlo College has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Menlo College?
Menlo College has a total enrollment of 840 students. Most students (93%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology