Merrimack College

Merrimack College requires at least 124 credits to graduate with a bachelor's degree.

Students can choose the accelarated degree program if they would like to finish all the credits for graduation in less time than normal. Merrimack College accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, Merrimack College has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 69% of students who start college at Merrimack College graduate within six years.

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Academic Options	Yes	No	Note
Accelerated Degree Program	√	–	–
Transfer Credits Accepted	√	–	–
AP Credit Accepted	√	–	–
IB Credits Accepted	√	–	–
Summer Classes Available	√	–	–
New Student Orientation	√	–	–

Reminder: Merrimack College may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

What Classes Will I Take At Merrimack College?

Merrimack College has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are required to fulfill a language requirement as well as a math and science requirement.

Students are not required to take a computer class to graduate.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	Yes
Math	Yes
Science	Yes
Computer	No

Reminder: Check with Merrimack College directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Merrimack College

When choosing a major, Merrimack College students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Merrimack College.Merrimack College allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative. Merrimack College false.Merrimack College offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Declaring a double major may mean taking more courses, but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when looking for a job or applying to a graduate program.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Merrimack College

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Does Merrimack College Offer Learning Disability Services?

🟨 Check with Merrimack College directly for information on any possible available services for students with disabilities.

Does Merrimack College Have An Online Program?

✅ Merrimack College true for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does Merrimack College Offer AP Credit?

✅ Merrimack College true Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Merrimack College Have An Honors Program?

🟨 To learn more about any possible honors programs at Merrimack College, check with the school directly. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at Merrimack College.

Does Merrimack College Require Internships?

🟨 Merrimack College does not require an internship for all students, but does require an internship for students in some majors. Students can look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job.

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Additional Information About Merrimack College

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Merrimack College Library

The main library on campus is the McQuade Library.

Dual Degree Programs at Merrimack College

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time. A 3-2 dual degree program is a five-year program wherein the first three years are spend taking undergraduate courses and the final two years are spent taking graduate courses. Upon completion of the 5 years, the student will be awarded two degrees, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.

Merrimack College offers these dual degree programs:

•3-2 dual degree program in social work

•School Counseling, Athletic Training

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Merrimack College have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every college. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Merrimack College has an Air Force ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Merrimack College include:

•an Air Force ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

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