C
Average
Score: 52/100

Samuel Merritt University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Oakland, California 94609
🌐 www.samuelmerritt.edu/
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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 (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Outcomes
C+
60/100
Affordability
D
44/100
Resources
B+
74/100
Experience
C+
62/100
Prestige
F
18/100

Quick Stats

1,894
Total Enrollment
N/A
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
7.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Samuel Merritt University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $970,018
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,766/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 94612 (4.3% cap, Oakland)

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🏆 Where Samuel Merritt University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#8
Podiatric Medicine/Podiatry
of 9 schools
#29
Nurse Anesthetist
of 33 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $49,136 $49,136

Financial Aid

N/A
Receive Any Aid
N/A
Receive Pell Grants
N/A
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

1,894
Total Students
78%
Women
18%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 23%
Hispanic 23%
Black 9%
Asian 31%
Two or More 10%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 80%
Fully Online 20%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 18%
25-64 (Adult) 82%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Samuel Merritt University?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Samuel Merritt University?
Tuition at Samuel Merritt University is $49,136 for in-state students and $49,136 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Samuel Merritt University?
Graduation rate data is not available for this institution.
Is Samuel Merritt University a good school?
Samuel Merritt University has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C+): 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 Samuel Merritt University?
Samuel Merritt University has a total enrollment of 1,894 students.

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