What are you looking for in a graduate school experience? A personalized path? Professionally focused curriculum? Real-world experience? Like-minded community? Careerlaunching internships? Valuable networking opportunities?
At Merrimack College, you’ll find all that and more. With five schools, over 40 graduate programs and worldclass faculty, Merrimack helps you build the skills and knowledge that today’s employers want. Because here, it’s all about you: your goals, your career and your journey.
THE MERRIMACK DIFFERENCE
AN INVESTMENT YOU CAN AFFORD.
Once you factor in scholarships, the average cost to attend Merrimack is comparable to or even less than other private and public universities. Last year, over 90% of our campus-based graduate students received generous funding. From scholarships to fellowships to financial aid, we’re committed to making your degree affordable.
OPTIONS THAT FIT YOUR BUSY LIFE.
We make it possible for you to earn your graduate degree in as little as one year. Choose from accelerated, self-paced or parttime options, along with online and evening classes that enable you to work or intern during the day. Here, you get all the advantages of a big school — along with small class sizes and a campus that feels like home.
A COMMUNITY THAT HELPS YOU SUCCEED.
In our community of more than 1,600 graduate students, you’ll be empowered to achieve your goals. Whether you commute or live on campus, you’ll find your fit by participating in social and networking activities, cheering on our Division I Warriors and hanging out or studying in oncampus spaces specifically designated for graduate students.
A CLOSE-KNIT CAMPUS. BIG-CITY OPPORTUNITIES.
Our beautiful suburban campus is located just north of Boston and Cambridge — home to some of the nation’s most dynamic financial, technology, healthcare and biotech companies (and close to unlimited culture, sports and entertainment options).
CAREER-BOOSTING FIELD AND RESEARCH EXPERIENCES.
We’re committed to giving you an edge. Whether it’s an internship, fellowship or research project, relevant professional experience helps you stand out to employers — and land the job you want.
PROGRAMS THAT GIVE YOU AN EDGE
Girard School of Business
Our unique approach to business education develops professionals who think critically, communicate effectively and excel in the globally competitive marketplace.
Master's Degrees
• Accounting, M.S. (online/hybrid)
• Business Analytics and intelligence, M.S. (online/hybrid)
• Finance, M.S. (online/hybrid)
• Management, M.S. (online/hybrid)
• Leadership, M.S. (online/hybrid)
Online Graduate Certificates
• Business Analytics
• Fraud and Forensic Accounting
• Marketing Management
• Organizational Leadership
• Quantitative and Digital Finance
• Strategic Human Resource Management
• Taxation
Where are they now?
• Ernst & Young
• Fidelity Investments
• Moody, Famiglietti & Andronico LLP
• Oracle
• PepsiCo
• Pfizer
• State Street Corporation
• Teradyne
School of Engineering and Computational Sciences
Our talented faculty will work with you to test new concepts and prepare you for a rewarding career in the growing fields of science and engineering.
Master's Degrees
• Civil Engineering, M.S.
• Computer Science, M.S. (online)
• Data Science, M.S. (online)
• Information Technology, M.S. (online)
• Mechanical Engineering, M.S.
• Product Management, M.S. (online)
Online Graduate Certificates
• Data Science
• Product Management
Where are they now?
• AECOM
• Federal Highway Administration
• Gates Corporation
• Goken America LLC
• GZA GeoEnvironmental Inc.
• HDR
• Raytheon
• Venca Robotics
School of Education and Social Policy
A leader in education focused on ethics and professionalism, we mentor students to be engaged educators, practitioners and advocates for the common good.
Master’s Degrees
• Clinical Mental Health Counseling, M.S. (online or on campus)
• • Community Engagement, M.Ed (online) Criminology and Criminal Justice, M.S. (online)
• Curriculum and Instruction, M.Ed. (online)
• Higher Education, M.Ed.
• School Counseling, M.Ed.(online or on campus)
• Social Work, M.S.W.
• Teacher Education, M.Ed.(online or on campus)
Graduate Certificates and Add-on Licenses
• Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study (CAGS)
• Community-based Nonprofit Leadership (online)
• Diversity, Equity, and Social Change (online)
• Performance Assessment for Leaders (PAL) Preparation
• Teacher Education, Add-on Licenses (non-degree)
Where are they now?
• Cummings Foundation
• Harvard School of Public Health
• Haverhill, Massachusetts Public Schools
• Homeland Security Investigations
• Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
• SquashBusters Boston
School of Nursing and Health Sciences
Our graduate programs offer field experiences to help develop the skills you need to become a leader in the health, human performance and wellness arena.
Master’s Degrees
• Athletic Training, M.S.
• Exercise and Sport Science, M.S.
• Health Promotion and Management, M S.
• Healthcare Leadership, M.S. (online)
• Nutrition and Human Performance, M.S.
Graduate Certificates
• Health Coaching
Where are they now?
• AC Wellness (Apple)
• Akamai Technologies Inc.
• Centers for Disease Control
• Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
• Massachusetts General Hospital
• Naval Academy, Annapolis
• Reebok
• YMCA
School of Arts and Sciences
Our programs combine humanities and social science to prepare you to excel as a leader, counselor or administrator, and to make a difference in people’s lives.
Master’s Degrees
• Applied Chemistry, M.S.
• Clinical Mental Health Counseling, M.S. (online or on campus)
• Communication, M.A.
• Public Administration, M.P.A. (online)
• Spiritual Direction, M.A.
• Spirituality, M.A.
Graduate Certificates
• Interfaith Spirituality
• Spiritual Direction
• Spirituality and Work
Where are they now?
• Healthcare Resource Center
• Lahey Behavioral Health Services
• Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority
• Massachusetts MENTOR
• Town of Andover, Mass.
YOUR SUCCESS IS OUR PRIORITY
At Merrimack, you’ll find the right mix of people and resources to help you reach your professional goals.
Faculty who are committed to your goals
As a graduate student, you’ll be guided by our top-ranked faculty members, leaders in their respective fields who hail from some of the nation’s top institutions. With our low student-faculty ratio, you’ll gain unparalleled access to our professors — mentors who help you define your career path, researchers who will partner with you in discovery and innovation, and valuable members of your professional network who will help you land the perfect internship or post-graduation job.
Career services to help you land the job you want
Your hub for all things job-related, the O’Brien Center for Career Development provides access to outstanding career resources and services, all aimed at helping you secure the position you want.
•Personalized career advising
•On-campus recruiting fairs
•Access to internship and job postings through Handshake, our career database
•Networking events
•Employer information panels
A DEGREE THAT’S MORE AFFORDABLE THAN YOU MIGHT THINK
Thanks to competitive tuition and generous scholarships, the average cost to attend Merrimack is often the same as or less than the cost to attend other public and private universities.
Scholarships and fellowships
•Many of our graduate programs offer fellowships, which cover partial- or full-tuition costs and link graduate study with unparalleled on-site professional experience that builds skills and your resume.
• Admitted students in most oncampus and select online programs, whether full-time or part-time, are eligible for consideration for a Dean Scholarship based on merit and/ or need.
•Last year, over 90% of our campus-based graduate students received generous funding.
Financial aid
Graduate students enrolled at least half time are eligible to borrow a maximum of $20,500 per academic year, or up to their yearly financial aid cost of attendance. To be eligible, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid at www.fafsa.gov using Merrimack’s school code: 002120.
For more information, visit www.merrimack.edu/graduate-aid or contact the Office of Financial Aid at financialaid@merrimack.edu or 978-837-5186.
“I selected Merrimack for graduate school due to its commitment to academic excellence and the great curriculum. The support and guidance from the faculty members were instrumental in my academic and professional growth. Overall, my experience has been enriching and fulfilling, providing me with the tools and knowledge to make a positive impact in my field. "
MARIA EATON M’23
YOUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME
Located in McQuade Library, the Graduate Center at Merrimack College is a space dedicated to the success and engagement of our graduate students, both on campus and online. The staff of the Graduate Center includes two full-time directors and a cadre of student coordinators working together to offer programming, resources, and one-on-one assistance to graduate students.
THE GRADUATE CENTER OFFERS:
a warm and inviting place for studying or to connect with staff and other graduate students.
a home base for daily life on campus with coffee and tea, a microwave and a fridge.
a venue for programs and services supporting graduate student success.
workshops and community events responsive to the needs of our students.
GET TO KNOW US
We offer many opportunities for you to meet with program directors and faculty members, learn more about our programs and curricula, explore internship possibilities and career options and get to know Merrimack:
• Graduate open houses and information sessions
• Visits to graduate classes
• One-on-one meetings with a graduate admission counselor and/or program director
Visit www.merrimack.edu/gradvisit to learn more.
It’s easy to apply. Here’s how.
•Apply online at www.merrimack.edu/apply. No application fee!
• Test scores are optional (with the exception of athletic training).
• Application requirements vary by program but typically include official transcripts, personal statement, resume and recommendations.
• Terms begin in the fall, spring and summer, depending on the program.
Your application will be reviewed by the Graduate Admission Committee once complete. Admission to all programs, with the exception of some fellowship programs, is on a rolling basis.
APPLICATION TIMELINES
Spring Term
International Student Deadline: Mid December
Domestic Student Deadline: Early January
Spring II Term
Domestic Student Deadline: Early March
Summer Term
International Student Deadline: Late March
Domestic Student Deadline: Late April
Summer II Term
Domestic Student Deadline: Late June
Fall Term
International Student Deadline: Mid July
Domestic Student Deadline: Mid August
Fall II Term
Domestic Student Deadline: Early October
Fellowship Application Deadlines
Teacher Education: Early January (Summer Start)
All Other Fellowship: Early February (Summer or Fall Start)
*We are accepting applications on a rolling basis.
For more information: Office of Graduate Admission • graduate@merrimack.edu 978-837-3563 • www.merrimack.edu/graduate
