Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $1,167
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $8,703
- Average Net Price
- $14,742
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 9.4%
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $22,066
- Books & Supplies
- $1,724
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 25.9%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 0.3%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 9.4%
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 – $30,000 | $14,035 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $13,694 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $18,232 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $18,127 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most Merritt College families pay around $14,742 per year after aid, though costs vary by income. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay about $14,035 annually, while those from higher-income families ($75,000-$110,000) face costs of $18,127. Over two years, total expenses range from $28,070 to $36,254.
The college serves a working-class student body where two-thirds are women and nearly three-quarters are students of color. Only 1.13% of students receive institutional grants averaging $3,605. Just 0.34% take federal loans, reflecting the community college model where students often work while studying. With 89% of graduates employed and median earnings reaching $44,392 within ten years, the investment pays off for most students.
Lower-income students get the best financial deal here, paying roughly the same as wealthier peers despite qualifying for more aid.
The college serves a working-class student body where two-thirds are women and nearly three-quarters are students of color. Only 1.13% of students receive institutional grants averaging $3,605. Just 0.34% take federal loans, reflecting the community college model where students often work while studying. With 89% of graduates employed and median earnings reaching $44,392 within ten years, the investment pays off for most students.
Lower-income students get the best financial deal here, paying roughly the same as wealthier peers despite qualifying for more aid.
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