Commitment to Affordability
At Merrimack, you get a lot for your tuition: top-notch academics, a supportive environment and the hands-on training you need to succeed in the real world.
We are committed to making a Merrimack education as affordable as possible through an array of scholarships, grants, loans and work-study programs that are offered to eligible students. To that end, 99 percent of last year’s class received some type of financial aid, with Merrimack awarding $85 million in institutional grants and scholarships.
How to Apply
To apply for need-based aid — grants, loans and work programs — applicants must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), available on line beginning Oct. 1. Merrimack’s federal school code is 002120.
Eligibility Guidelines
To apply for federal financial aid at Merrimack, a student must:
- File the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
- Be a citizen of the United States, a permanent resident or an eligible noncitizen.
- Enroll in a degree-granting program of study.
- Have received their high school diploma or GED.
- Be registered with Selective Service, if required.
- Not have been convicted of a drug-related crime within the last year.
- Not be in default from previous student loans.
- Make satisfactory academic progress toward the completion of his or her course of study.
