$500 Priority Submission Scholarship*
New students who submit their completed application by Monday, Dec. 29, 2025, will receive a $500 scholarship toward their first course starting in January 2026 (Spring I). Start your no-fee application today.
Complete Your Bachelor’s Degree 100 Percent Online
Invest in yourself and transform your future by finishing your bachelor’s degree.
Merrimack’s Bachelor Degree Completion (BDC) program is designed for working professionals of all levels and backgrounds. Students take one to two courses per semester and can tailor their degree path to align with their career goals.
Tell us about yourself.
100 Percent Online
Take one to two courses per semester and complete the program through flexible online courses that fit your busy schedule.
Only Pay for the Courses You Need
Transfer up to 90 credits toward your bachelor’s degree, including work experience or job training, licensures and certifications.1
Multiple Degree Pathways
Earn your bachelor’s in Applied Arts and Sciences, Business Administration, Psychology, Strategic Communication, Human Services or Health Sciences.
Affordable Tuition
Most students with an associate’s degree earn their bachelor’s for under $21,000. Financial aid and payment plans are available.
Optional Certificate in Leadership Studies
Build practical leadership skills for any industry and enhance your resume with this three-course add-on certificate — available alongside any of our six degree paths.
Overview: Online Bachelor Degree Completion
Our flexible Bachelor Degree Completion program allows you to apply past college credits, an associate’s degree, certifications, licensures and more toward your 124-credit Merrimack bachelor’s degree. You can take one to two online courses per semester and choose between multiple degree pathways:
- B.A. Applied Arts and Sciences (nine specializations)
- B.A. Business Administration
- B.S. Health Sciences
- B.A. Human Services
- B.A. Psychology
- B.A. Strategic Communication
If you are a returning adult learner, we offer an optional one-credit orientation course to support your success in transitioning to college-level work in an online learning environment, with a focus on goal-setting, time management and academic planning. This is a supportive, low-stakes entry point to build your confidence as you work toward completing your bachelor’s degree.
You also have the option to earn a Certificate in Leadership Studies, a three-course, 12-credit certificate that can be completed alongside your degree.
Discover the Power of a Bachelor’s Degree in Today’s Job Market
+74 Percent More in 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 $1,705, while those with only a high school diploma earned a median of $977 per week.
Start Strong With Our Free Student Experience & College Success Course
This free, optional one-credit course for newly enrolled students is designed to support returning adult learners as they transition into online college-level work.
Build confidence and momentum with a low-stakes introduction to:
- Navigating online learning
- Managing time and study
- Setting goals and planning your academic path
- Understanding college-level expectations
Student Support Resources
Students in the Bachelor Degree Completion program benefit from a dedicated success team that helps provide:
- 1:1 mentoring from your student success coach
- Career services support for professional growth
- Math, writing and accessibility services through the Academic Success Center
“As a success coach for over 10 years, I am passionate about helping students reach their personal and professional goals. I love getting to know each student and being a trusted resource and cheerleader on their educational journey.”
Juli E., Success Coach
Online Bachelor’s Degree Key Dates and Deadlines
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Merrimack College was named No. 38 in Best Regional Universities North by U.S. News & World Report (2026).
NECHE-Accredited
Merrimack College is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).
Why Merrimack
Merrimack makes it easy and convenient to finish your college degree.
- Our 100 percent online program allows you to complete your coursework while honoring your work and personal commitments.
- You earn your degree at a part-time pace by taking one to two courses per semester.
- There are six start dates, so you can begin the program at the time of year that works best for you.
- Our choice of six degree pathways and area specializations helps ensure your college education aligns with your professional goals.
- You can also earn a Certificate in Leadership Studies — a three-course, 12-credit option completed alongside your degree.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tuition is $330 per credit. Most classes are four credits, and you only pay for the courses you need to take. Typically, students with an associate’s degree complete the program for under $21,000 (an associate’s degree is not required).
Students need 124 credits to earn a bachelor’s degree. Students can transfer up to 90 credits toward their degree, including work experience or job training such as EMT training, licensures, certifications, professional development and prior work experience that aligns with their degree path.
All coursework from all accredited institutions, including four-year colleges and community colleges outside of Massachusetts, will be considered for transfer credit.
Yes. Through FAFSA student loans and other options. Request more information, and an enrollment advisor will contact you to answer your questions.
Connecting with an enrollment advisor will help you:
- Understand the program admissions criteria and know whether you are eligible to apply
- Gain insight into application best practices and how to submit a strong application
- Know what to expect in your online classroom, including the level of faculty interaction, program outcomes and more
- Have an immediate line of support in the event you have questions or need clarification about Bachelor Degree Completion program
Ready To Finish What You Started?
Learn more about Merrimack’s Bachelor Degree Completion program.
Contact an Enrollment Advisor1 All coursework from all accredited institutions, including four-year colleges and community colleges outside of Massachusetts, will be considered for transfer credit. You do not need an associate’s degree to apply for this program.
*This applies to new students entering the Spring I 2026 term. Does not roll over to subsequent terms. MBA excluded. Not combinable with other offers (i.e. Double Warrior, Fellowship, Partnership Discounts, etc). For CSC 6000, credit will be applied to their second course.