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Merrimack College, a private Catholic comprehensive college nestled in the Boston suburbs of Andover and North Andover, Mass., is an institution with great upward momentum. In the 2026 U.S. News & World Report rankings, Merrimack ranked #8 for Most Innovative Schools making improvements in curriculum, faculty, students, campus life, technology or facilities. U.S. News also ranked the College at #38 in the Regional Universities North category, #52 for Best Value Schools, #16 for Best Colleges for Veterans and #20 for Best Undergraduate Teaching.

Founded in 1947 by the Archbishop of Boston and the Order of St. Augustine, Merrimack strives to cultivate global citizens who are prepared to lead in today’s diverse and changing environment. As of fall 2025, the College offers over 130 undergraduate and graduate programs. The College offers programs in computational science, engineering, business, health sciences, art, education and social policy. The only Catholic Augustinian College in New England, Merrimack College is an independent, co-educational institution located on a 220-acre campus. Approximately 76% of undergraduate students live on campus; some 87% of first-year students.

The College has over 4,100 undergraduate and 2,500 graduate students from 47 states and 63 countries who form an engaged community of thinkers, learners and achievers integrated into an academic culture of excellence. Undergraduate enrollment has increased approximately 20% in the last five years and Merrimack has hired more than 80 new faculty in that same time period. Merrimack is classified as a master’s colleges and universities, larger programs under the Carnegie classification of institutions of higher education.

At Merrimack, dedication to the Augustinian values of hospitality, community, and the pursuit of truth allows students to feel at home. They explore the world and gain experiences through strong cooperative education programs, study abroad, co-op, internships and career services programs. 

Some 96% of the class of 2024 reported being employed, in graduate school, or completing a year of service nine months post-graduation. Approximately 90% of these students participated in co-ops or internships while attending Merrimack and 29% of these internships and co-ops led to full-time job offers. At Merrimack, 76% of students reside in College housing and enjoy more than 80 student clubs and activities. Merrimack offers a 24-hour fitness facility and more than 65% of the students participate in club sports, intramurals and/or varsity athletics. Merrimack College has recently moved all of its intercollegiate athletic teams to NCAA Division 1 and competes in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) and Hockey East.