Application Process

Apply to Merrimack!

We’re excited to learn more about you. Start (or continue) your application below and get in touch with us at admission@merrimack.edu if you have any questions.

There is NO fee to apply and test scores are NOT required as part of your application. Our philosophy is that we want to learn about YOU – your goals, interests and why you’re a great fit to join our Merrimack community. We look closely at your transcript and GPA to evaluate your academic performance and will not use test scores in this process.

Which application should you submit? 

  • Common Application: If you have already started your Common App, go ahead and finish it! If you intend on majoring in nursing, please submit the Common App.
  • Merrimack Fast Track Application: This option breaks the process down into smaller steps that are faster, easier and more manageable to complete. No essays or recommendations are required.

Freshman Deadlines

You can apply for either a fall (August) or spring (January) start. When would you like to begin?

Admission
Plan
Application
Deadline
Admission
Decision
Deposit
Deadline
Early DecisionNovember 15Mid DecemberJanuary 15
Early ActionNovember 15Mid DecemberMay 1
RollingNovember 16 – August 1Starting late-December and then within a week of application completionRolling (based on time of admission)
Admission
Plan
Application
Deadline
Admission
Decision
Deposit
Deadline
Early ActionNovember 15Starting late-October and then within a week of application completionRolling (based on time of admission)
RollingNovember 16 – January 6Starting late-November and then within a week of application completionRolling (based on time of admission)
Admission
Plan
Application
Deadline
Admission
Decision
Deposit
Deadline
Early DecisionNovember 15Mid DecemberJanuary 15
Early ActionNovember 15Mid DecemberMay 1
    
RollingFebruary 1-August 1Weekly starting on February 15Rolling (based on time of admission)
Spring SemesterJanuary 6Within a week of application completionRolling (based on time of admission)

Learn more about the differences between applying early decision, early action and rolling admission.

Tip: The deadlines above are here to help as your guide to submitting your application. Now, it’s important to remember that Merrimack only requires your application by the deadline. The rest of your supporting documents can be submitted shortly after, and you can always reach out to your admission counselor if you need a little more time.

Application Checklist

In order for a freshman application to be considered “complete,” you must complete the following items:

  • Common Application (no fee to apply)
  • High school transcripts
  • Common Application Secondary School Report (SSR)
  • One letter of recommendation from a teacher or school counselor

We encourage you to submit first quarter or trimester grades and any supplemental documents you would like us to review. This can include additional recommendations or resumes. 

  • Common Application(no fee to apply)
  • Official secondary school transcripts
  • Common Application Secondary School Report (SSR)
  • Two letters of recommendation from a school counselor and teacher (preferably a science or math teacher)

Standardized tests scores will not be required for students applying for nursing for the fall of 2024.

View the Application and Financial Aid Guide

What We Consider

Merrimack’s Admission Committee considers every aspect of your application and credentials, including the following:

  • Academic achievement
  • Strength of curriculum
  • Community involvement
  • Extracurricular activities
  • Interview (recommended)
  • Common Application
  • Essay

Test Scores

We do not use test scores in our application review process. Instead, we look closely at your transcript, GPA and other application documents to evaluate your academic performance and fit.

Standardized tests scores will not be required for students applying for nursing for the fall of 2024.

After you apply

You applied! Nice work! Once you submit your application, you will receive an email with further instructions to log into your application portal. Through this application portal, you’ll be able to see if we are missing any items, update your information, view your documents, and check your application status. This is also where you will be informed of your admission decision.

Mailing Info

Admission-related materials not submitted online should be mailed to:

Office of Undergraduate Admission
Merrimack College
315 Turnpike Street
North Andover, MA 01845

Warriors Wanted: Submit your Application by January 15

If you apply by January 15th, you'll receive a $500 annual grant added to your financial aid package.