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Military Quick Facts

  • BAH Rate
    $3,477
  • Online BAH
    $901
  • GI Bill Approved Programs
    ✓YES
  • Yellow Ribbon Program
    ✓YES
  • Approved for Tuition Assistance
    ✗NO
  • Offers College Credit for Military Experience
    ✓YES
  • Awards Credit for CLEP Exam
    ✓YES
  • Awards Credit for DSST Exam
    ✗NO
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Merrimack College Military & Veteran Support Programs

Merrimack College offers the following veteran and military support programs: 

Is Merrimack College a GI Bill®-approved school?

Yes, Merrimack College is a GI Bill®-approved school. However, you will need to check with the school to ensure that the GI Bill® covers your preferred degree program.

Is Merrimack College a Yellow Ribbon school?

Yes.  Eligible veterans using the Post 9/11 GI Bill® (Chapter 33) receive up to 100% coverage on tuition and fees.

Merrimack participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program to cover a portion of the remaining costs—in most cases, there is no out-of-pocket tuition expense for graduate or undergraduate programs.

Does Merrimack College offer a military discount or reduced tuition rates for military and veterans?

Yes, Merrimack College offers a 10% tuition discount for all military and veterans enrolling in a graduate or Bachelor Degree Completion program. Please inquire during the admissions process. 

What are Merrimack College's military tuition rates for active military using tuition assistance funding?

Merrimack College has not provided its tuition rates for active military.

For additional information about tuition rates, please visit merrimack.edu/veteran-benefits

What are Merrimack College's online tuition rates for active military?

Merrimack College has not provided its tuition rates for active military.

For more information, please reach out to a representative at Merrimack College here. 

Does Merrimack College offer online degree programs?

Yes.  Discover the degree programs offered by Merrimack College:  Explore Program Offerings   

Merrimack College

Our History of Supporting Veterans

Merrimack College was founded in 1947 by the Order of St. Augustine to educate returning World War II veterans for the post-war workforce. We are dedicated to supporting the transition of veterans and military-affiliated students to Merrimack College in pursuit of academic and professional success. 

Military Benefits & Services

Merrimack is proud to offer tailored tuition coverage for veterans and active military through the Post-9/11 GI Bill®, Montgomery GI Bill® and Tuition Assistance. Merrimack participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program.

Why Choose Merrimack College?

  • 10% tuition discount for all military and veterans enrolling in a graduate or Bachelor Degree Completion program. Please inquire during the admissions process.
  • Choose from 65+ bachelor's, master's, doctoral and certificate programs to set you on the path to career success
  • Transfer up to 93 credits toward your bachelor's degree for military service, prior coursework and professional certifications 
  • Receive dedicated support through the transition to Merrimack from the Veterans Affairs Team

Military and Veteran Costs
  • Tuition Cost
    $ 51,786
  • GI Bill Coverage
    - $ 29,921
  • Student Veteran Cost
    $ 21,865
  • Tuition Assistance
    - $ 250
  • Military Student Cost
    $
    • This GI Bill coverage is based on full benefits remaining. Any potential costs and coverage should be verified by the university before applying.

Military/Veteran Support

  • BAH - Campus
    $3,477
  • BAH - Online
    $916.50
  • Campus SVA Chapter
    ✗NO
  • Full-Time Veteran Counselor On Campus
    ✗NO
  • Signed VA Principles Of Excellence
    ✗NO
  • Club/Association for Veterans
    ✓YES
  • Veteran Upward Bound Program
    ✗NO
  • 8 Keys to Veterans' Success
    ✗NO
  • Offers ROTC Program
    ✓YES
  • GI Bill Approved Programs
    ✓YES
Academic Support
  • Offers College Credit for Military Experiences
    ✓YES
  • Awards Credit for CLEP Exam
    ✓YES
  • Awards Credit for DSST Exam
    ✗NO
Financial Support
  • Approved for Tuition Assistance
    ✗NO
  • Yellow Ribbon Program
    ✓YES
  • Scholarships for Military
    ✗NO
  • Reduced Tuition for Military
    ✓YES

    Yellow Ribbon Detail

  • Degree level
    Graduate
  • All
  • Amount
    Unlimited
  • Number
    50
Costs
  • Undergraduate
    $51,786
    In State
    $51,786
    Out of State
  • Graduate
    $36,800
    In State
    $36,800
    Out of State
  • Cost-Per-Credit Hour - Undergraduate
    $615
    Campus
    $615
    Online
  • Cost-Per-Credit Hour - Graduate
    $700
    Campus
    $700
    Online
  • Textbooks
    $1,000
  • GI Bill Textbook Coverage
    - $1000
  • Total Cost to Student Veteran
    $ 0
Student Population
  • Student Count
    3,956
    Undergraduate
    304
    Graduate
    126
    GI Bill Students
  • Male
    48%
    Population
  • Female
    52%
    Population
Affiliation
  • Religious
    Roman Catholic
  • Ethnicity
    No Ethnic Affiliation
  • Gender
    Coed School
School Information
  • College Type
  • Setting
    Suburb
  • Accreditation Type
    Regional
  • Duration
    4 Year
  • Calendar
    Semesters
  • Online Undergraduate
    Yes
  • Online Graduate
    No
Average Scores
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