by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Merrimack worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Merrimack is ranked #3,038 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Massachusetts, it ranks #74 of 85 for value.
These Merrimack majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Other Human Development, Family Studies, & Related Services | #16 of 16 |
| Accounting / Finance | #19 of 21 |
| Other Corrections & Criminal Justice | #61 of 63 |
| General Human Development & Family Studies | #101 of 104 |
| Human Development & Family Studies | #164 of 169 |
| Child Development | #164 of 169 |
| General Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | #210 of 216 |
| Health Services | #210 of 216 |
| Family, Consumer & Human Sciences | #221 of 230 |
| Child and Family Studies | #221 of 230 |
Read the full Merrimack value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Merrimack College is ranked #26 out of #96 in Massachusetts for quality and #74 out of #85 for Massachusetts value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Merrimack financial aid page to be sure.
Merrimack College is ranked #3,038 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Merrimack College is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Merrimack costs about $38,570. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $154,278 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $70,054 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $37,927 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $38,570 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $154,278 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the Merrimack net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
What Merrimack costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Merrimack degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $280,216 | — | — |
| All Students | $154,278 | #3,038 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $151,708 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $280,216 | — | — |
| All Students | $154,278 | #74 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $151,708 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Merrimack shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $27,376 |
| $30K–$48K | $30,509 |
| $48K–$75K | $32,926 |
| $75K–$110K | $37,097 |
| Over $110K | $41,477 |
About 98% of Merrimack undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $29,058 per year. Get more details on the Merrimack financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the Merrimack net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.