| Faculty Race/Ethnicity | Number | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Hispanic | 2,057 | 32.85% |
| Black or African American | 1,299 | 20.75% |
| Asian | 1,081 | 17.27% |
| White | 1,041 | 16.63% |
| Multi-Ethnic | 363 | 5.80% |
| Unknown | 253 | 4.04% |
| International | 128 | 2.04% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 29 | 0.46% |
The majority of Merritt College students are Hispanic. Racial/Ethnic diversity at Merritt College below average.