Finish Your Bachelor’s Degree Online
100 Percent Online | Transfer up to 90 Credits | Multiple Degree Pathways
Invest in Yourself: Transform Your Future by Completing Your Bachelor’s Degree
Merrimack’s Bachelor Degree Completion program is designed for working professionals of all levels and backgrounds.
Our flexible program allows you to apply past college credits or an associate’s degree, as well as certifications and more toward the completion of your degree.
Students take 1–2 courses per semester and can tailor their degree path to their professional goals.
Quick Facts:
- 100 percent online learning.
- Only pay for the courses you need.
- Credit for prior coursework, certifications and more.
Take the next step and learn more about Merrimack’s Bachelor Degree Completion program.
Ready To Rise? Discover the Power of a Bachelor’s Degree in Today’s Job Market
+67 Percent Weekly Earnings
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), in 2024, the median weekly earnings for full-time wage and salary workers over 25 with a bachelor’s degree were $1,680, while those with only a high school diploma earned a median of $901 per week.
Choose Your Degree Path
To complete their bachelor’s degree, all students must earn a total of 124 credits. Up to 90 credits may be transferred from prior coursework, such as an associate’s degree, as well as professional certifications and more. Our admissions team can help you obtain your transcripts to determine eligible transfer credits. There are four degree paths:
B.A. in Applied Arts and Sciences
With nine specializations, ranging from health and wellness to child and family studies, this customizable degree offers the flexibility and convenience needed to reach your career goals. Complete five courses (20 credits) and earn a specialization.
B.A. in Business Administration
Students explore key business operations including marketing, finance, analytics and strategy. Complete 14 courses (64 credits) and a capstone experience to earn a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration.
With a B.A. in Psychology, you can pursue careers in fields like HR, marketing, counseling and more, using your understanding of human behavior to make a difference. Complete 11 courses (44 credits) including a capstone experience to earn a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology.
B.A. in Strategic Communication
With a B.A. in Strategic Communication, you can thrive in diverse career paths including public relations, advertising, social media and corporate communications, shaping impactful messages for the world to hear. Complete four required courses and six electives (40 credits) to earn your Bachelor of Arts in Strategic Communication.
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Only Pay for the Credits You Need:
Transfer up to 90 Credits Toward Your Bachelor’s Degree
Students can transfer up to 90 credits toward their 124-credit bachelor’s degree including work experience or job training such as EMT training, licensures, certifications, professional development and prior work experience that aligns with your degree path.
All coursework from all accredited institutions, including four-year colleges and community colleges outside of Massachusetts, will be considered for transfer credit.
Bachelor’s + Master’s Pathway*
Master’s Tuition Savings
Did you know students who complete their bachelor’s degree at Merrimack can automatically save at least 25 percent off the total tuition for some online and on-campus master’s degrees at Merrimack?
Two Free Graduate Classes
Additionally, students can complete up to two free graduate classes during their final two Bachelor Degree Completion program semesters.
*Graduate certificates and some master’s degrees may not offer all benefits.
Tuition and Financial Aid
Only Pay for the Courses You Need
$317
per credit*
*Tuition is based on the 2023-2024 academic year.
Tuition and fees are subject to change annually.
Additional program fees may apply.
Under $21,000 for Most Students
Most classes are four credits and you only pay for the courses you need to take. Most students with an associate’s degree complete the program for under $21,000.
You will automatically be considered for all types of financial aid once you have completed the financial aid application process. Merrimack also offers payment plans.
Financial Aid
As a Bachelor Degree Completion student, you may qualify for federal support in the form of loans. We strongly encourage all eligible students to apply for federal financial aid, even if they don’t demonstrate an exceptional financial need.
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Merrimack College’s FAFSA school code is 002120.
Employer Tuition Assistance
Merrimack accepts employer financial/tuition assistance. We also offer partnership discounts. Contact us or ask your employer whether your organization is an official partner with Merrimack’s online programs.
It’s Easy to Apply Online
A complete application includes:
- Online application (no fee).
- College transcripts from all institutions attended.*
- English proficiency exam for non-English speaking applicants.
*Students need at least 12 credits in prior undergraduate work from an accredited community college, college, or university. If you do not have prior undergraduate coursework additional options may be available.
Key Dates and Deadlines
This program enrolls six times a year. Each term is eight weeks.
Merrimack College
Accolades and Accreditation
At Merrimack College, we’re proud of our long history of providing quality degrees to students entering the job market. Our faculty are more than just teachers. We are committed to helping you grow — academically, personally and spiritually — so that you may graduate as a confident, well-prepared citizen of the world.
U.S. News & World Report | Best Regional Universities North (2024)
- Most Innovative Schools (No. 14)
- Regional Universities North (No. 33)
- Best Undergraduate Teaching (No. 31)
- Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs (No. 86)
(at schools where doctorate not offered) - Best Colleges for Veterans (No. 14)
- Best Value Schools (No. 47)
NECHE-Accredited
- Merrimack College is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).
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