Samuel Merritt University Military & Veteran Support Programs

Samuel Merritt University is a 4-year, private university located at 3100 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA. Students at Samuel Merritt University can enroll in bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree programs.

Samuel Merritt University offers the following veteran and military support programs: 

• Samuel Merritt University has GI Bill®-approved programs
• Samuel Merritt University is approved for Tuition Assistance
• Samuel Merritt University is a  Yellow Ribbon school
• Samuel Merritt University does not offer  credit for military
• Samuel Merritt University does not award credit for the CLEP exam
• Samuel Merritt University does not award credit for the DSST exam

Is Samuel Merritt University a GI Bill®-approved school?

Yes, Samuel Merritt University 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 Samuel Merritt University a Yellow Ribbon school?

Yes, Samuel Merritt University is a Yellow Ribbon school.

Eligible military and veteran students may have up to 100% of its tuition covered, with zero tuition costs out-of-pocket. You will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred degree program is 100% covered by the Yellow Ribbon.

Does Samuel Merritt University offer Yellow Ribbon for master’s programs?

Yes, Samuel Merritt University offers Yellow Ribbon funding for master's programs.

Eligible students may have up to 100% of its tuition, with zero out-of-pocket costs. You will need to check with the school to ensure that the Yellow Ribbon in fact covers your preferred advanced degree program.

Does Samuel Merritt University offer a military discount or reduced tuition rates for military and veterans?

No, Samuel Merritt University does not offer a military discount or reduced tuition for military and veterans. You should verify with the university to find out if the rate is below the military tuition assistance cap of $250 per credit hour. Otherwise, you may have out-of-pocket tuition costs for which you would be responsible.

Does Samuel Merritt University offer online degree programs?

Yes, Samuel Merritt University does offer online degree programs.

Is Samuel Merritt University approved for Tuition Assistance?

Yes, Samuel Merritt University is approved for Tuition Assistance.

Eligible students may have up to 100% of its tuition, with zero out-of-pocket costs.

You will need to verify with the school to ensure that Tuition Assistance covers your preferred degree program.

Samuel Merritt University

At SMU, we recognize and appreciate you and your family's sacrifice and service, and we look forward to helping you on your educational journey. Our Veteran’s Resource Center at SMU will help you maximize your educational benefits, which may include programs like the Post-9/11 GI Bill® and the Yellow Ribbon Program. 

Let us help you connect with all of the resources available to you in the community.

Samuel Merritt University offers undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, and nursing certificate programs at four campuses in Northern California and online. Enroll in-person at our Oakland, Sacramento, Fresno, or San Mateo campuses!