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Complete Your Bachelor’s 
Degree 100% Online

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100 Percent Online

Take 1–2 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 B.A. in Applied Arts and Sciences, Business Administration, Psychology, or Strategic Communication.

Tuition and Financial Aid

Most students with an associate’s degree earn their bachelor’s for under $21,000. Financial aid and payment plans are available.

Overview


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 choose between degree pathways in applied arts and sciences (multiple specializations), business administration, psychology, or strategic communication, and then take 1–2 online courses per semester as you work to finish your college education.

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.

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.

Key Dates and Deadlines

Term
Application Deadline
Classes Begin
Fall II
Monday, October 7, 2024
Monday, October 21, 2024
Spring I
Monday, January 6, 2025
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Spring II
Monday, March 3, 2025
Monday, March 17, 2025
Summer I
Monday, April 28, 2025
Monday, May 12, 2025
Fall II
Application Deadline
Monday, October 7, 2024
Classes Begin
Monday, October 21, 2024
Spring I
Application Deadline
Monday, January 6, 2025
Classes Begin
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Spring II
Application Deadline
Monday, March 3, 2025
Classes Begin
Monday, March 17, 2025
Summer I
Application Deadline
Monday, April 28, 2025
Classes Begin
Monday, May 12, 2025

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 1–2 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 four degree pathways and area specializations helps ensure your college education aligns with your professional goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Students have a variety of options to fund their education. 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.
Contact an Enrollment Advisor

1 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.