Merced College
Merced College is a public 2-year institution in Merced, CA. It enrolls about 11,835 students.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Public 2-year |
| Control | public |
| Level | 2-year |
| Location | Merced, CA 95348 |
| County | Merced County |
| Enrollment | 11,835 |
| Acceptance rate | — |
| Applicants / admitted | — |
| In-state tuition & fees | $1,194 |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees | $8,154 |
| Graduation rate (150%) | — |
| Transfer-out rate | — |
| Full-time retention rate | 63% |
| Average net price (after aid) | $6,271 |
| Campus setting | City: Small |
| Size category | 10,000 - 19,999 |
| Highest degree offered | At least 2, but less than 4 academic yrs |
| Website | www.mccd.edu/ |
| Phone | 2093846000 |
Admissions
This institution does not report first-year admission figures to IPEDS, often because admission is open.
Cost
In-state students pay about $1,194 in tuition and required fees; out-of-state students pay $8,154. These are 2023-24 sticker prices for full-time first-year students and exclude housing, food and books. Most students pay less than the sticker price after institutional grants and scholarships.
Cost after financial aid
The average net price — what students actually pay after grants and scholarships — is $6,271 per year for first-time, full-time students receiving Title IV aid.
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| Under $30,000 | $3,274 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $4,119 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $6,053 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $9,198 |
| Over $110,000 | $10,577 |
Net price falls as family income falls because need-based aid rises. These are 2022-23 figures reported to IPEDS; use them to compare institutions, and use each college's own net price calculator for a personal estimate.
Outcomes
A 150% graduation rate is not reported for this institution in the 2023 collection — common for very small, new or specialised institutions.
Where it is
Merced College is in Merced, CA, Merced County. Its coordinates are 37.3353, -120.4765.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Merced College?
Merced College does not report a selective admission rate to IPEDS; it may have open admission.
How much does Merced College cost?
Tuition and required fees are about $1,194 for in-state students and $8,154 for out-of-state students, excluding room and board.
How many students attend Merced College?
About 11,835 students are enrolled.