Merritt College

Nestled in the hills above San Francisco Bay, Merritt College offers students the opportunity to study in one of the most dramatic natural settings in Northern California. With a panoramic view that includes striking vistas of the Golden Gate Bridge and Pacific Ocean, Merritt’s students choose from an assortment of quality academic and vocational programs.

Merritt College, minutes from the East Bay’s busiest commercial centers, boasts acclaimed programs in Community Social Services, Registered Nursing, Radiologic Science, Child Development, Nutrition and Dietetics, Environmental Studies, and Landscape Horticulture.

Our 7,000 students benefit from a diverse, accomplished and dedicated faculty. A very caring and well-informed professional staff offers programs and services that provide skills assessments, financial aid, tutoring, computer labs, job placement and other learning resources.

Merritt offers student clubs and activities that encourage student participation in college governance. Students have numerous opportunities to develop leadership skills and become involved in serving the community.

At Merritt College we change lives! As a Merritt College student, you will develop the skills necessary to manage your educational experiences and achieve your goals.