Student Life

Where community thrives, friendships grow and every day brings a new adventure.

YOU'RE GOING TO LOVE IT HERE.

From your first day to graduation day (and every day in between), you’ll experience an unparalleled sense of belonging, community and camaraderie at Merrimack – a shared belief that we’re all in this together and capable of extraordinary things. Whether you’re cheering on the Warriors at a game or grabbing coffee with friends at the Sakowich Campus Center, you’ll find meaningful connections and countless opportunities to grow!

HOUSING

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RESIDENCE HALLS

Merrimack’s wide range of campus residences means you’re sure to find an ideal place to call your home away from home.

  • Singles, Doubles & Triples
  • Suites, Townhouses & Apartments

DINING

Dining Venues
Choose from our 10 places to eat on campus, which offer delicious and healthy food options that are always easy to find.
Meal Plans

Our dining program offers flexibility and options to meet different needs, allowing students to use meal swipes at dining locations across campus.

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Nutritional Options
Our dining program offers a wide range of flexibility and options to meet different needs, including our allergen-friendly Simple Servings entrée station.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

70+ STUDENT CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Club sports are non-varsity and a great way to compete against other club teams at Division I and II schools. Students can try out for and are often recruited for club sports. Intramural sports are open to all and teams play once per week on campus. Intramurals are a great way to try something new, have fun and meet new people.

  • Anime Club
  • Association of Latinos Moving Ahead
  • Baking Club
  • Best Buddies
  • Black Student Association
  • Craft Club
  • Film Club
  • Gaming Club
  • Gender and Sexuality Alliance
  • Greek Life
  • Green Team
  • Her Campus
  • Jumpstart
  • Let’s Innovate
  • Model United Nations
  • Nursing Club
  • Outdoors Club
  • Robotics
  • Society of Women Engineers
  • Student Government Association

30+ CLUB &
INTRAMURAL SPORTS

We have endless opportunities to find your fit, get involved and pursue what makes you happy—all while making lifelong friends (and memories!) in the process. See some of our organizations:

Club Sports

  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Cheerleading
  • eSports
  • Field Hockey
  • Figure Skating
  • Golf
  • Gymnastics
  • Ice Hockey
  • Lacrosse
  • Rowing
  • Rugby
  • Running
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Ultimate Frisbee
  • Volleyball

Intramural Sports

  • Badminton
  • Basketball
  • Dodgeball
  • Flag Football
  • Floor Hockey
  • Frisbee
  • Futsal
  • Kickball
  • Pickleball
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Spikeball
  • Volleyball

ARTS & MUSIC

Lights! Camera! Action! Show off your talents on stage, TV, radio and more through Merrimack’s many art and music programs, including:

  • Art Warriors
  • Concert Band
  • Concert Choir
  • Dance Team
  • Figure Skating Club
  • Film Club
  • Jazz Ensemble
  • Mackapella (a cappella group)
  • Merrimack College Marching Band
  • Merrimack College TV
  • Pep Band
  • OnStagers Dramatic Society
  • Schola Choir and Liturgical Ensemble
  • The Beacon (student newspaper)
  • WMCK Radio

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VARSITY SPORTS

Whether you’re a part of the action or cheering from the sidelines, our one-of-a-kind school spirit is a big part of campus culture.

  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Bowling
  • Cross Country
  • Dance Team
  • Field Hockey
  • Football
  • Golf
  • Ice Hockey
  • Indoor Track & Field
  • Lacrosse
  • Outdoor Track & Field
  • Rowing
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball

Our Conferences

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CAMPUS HIGHLIGHT

STUDENT UNION

The Student Union is a welcoming space on campus for you to hang out and socialize with your friends. Grab a bite to eat at Monica’s Kitchen, bowl a few frames at our six-lane bowling center, use the golf simulator or esports gaming area and play some pool. 

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"There is always something happening on campus. The Office of Student Involvement has fun pop-up events like Big Prize Bingo and trivia, and there's always an athletic event to go to. Merrimack's campus is very active and full of opportunities to get involved."

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Fitness Centers

Our two fitness centers include workout rooms full of equipment and studio spaces with free classes like spin and yoga led by certified student instructors.

Hamel Health Center

Hamel Health Center offers medical care to all Merrimack students, including treatment for illnesses, injuries, wellness visits, lab work and referrals.

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Counseling Center

The Counseling Center is staffed with licensed mental health professionals and offers free, private in-person counseling and 24/7 access to teletherapy services.

COMMUNITY & SPIRITUALITY

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Our Catholic Augustinian community is rooted in academic excellence, emotional well-being and social support. At the heart of our Augustinian mission is a deep commitment to community and service. Each year, over 1,000 students come together to engage in hands-on service-learning projects, making a meaningful impact on those in need. Get involved and give back in ways that matter:

  • Join our campus-wide Mack Gives Back volunteer days.

  • Spend your winter, spring or summer break on an immersive SEND trip in the U.S. or abroad, helping communities in need.

  • Make a difference by tutoring students in nearby school districts.

OUR CAMPUS DOG

MEET MERRI

When students need a little support on campus, Merri’s got them covered! This pup is a certified comfort dog and full-time working member of the Merrimack College Police Department.

Virtual Campus Tour

We’ve partnered with YouVisit to provide you with an interactive 360° experience of Merrimack College — explore dorms, dining spots and campus hangouts with immersive photos and videos.

Come See for Yourself

Schedule a tour for campus. We’re open Monday through Friday, plus, some Saturdays and holidays.

REGISTER FOR A VISIT

Contact Us

We are here for you every step of the way. Please call or email us.

978-837-5241
[email protected]