Merrimack College

Merrimack College is a private Catholic institution located in North Andover, Massachusetts, USA. Founded in 1947 by the Order of St. Augustine, it is one of only a few Augustinian colleges in the United States. The college offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and professional programs across fields such as business, engineering, health sciences, education, and liberal arts.

The campus spans around 220 acres and hosts a diverse student population of approximately 5,700 students from across the U.S. and over 40 countries.

Merrimack is known for its career-focused education, strong internship opportunities, and emphasis on community engagement and experiential learning.

📊 Rankings (Latest Available)

🏆 U.S. News & World Report (2026)

• #38 – Regional Universities North
• #8 – Most Innovative Schools
• #16 – Best Colleges for Veterans
• #20 – Best Undergraduate Teaching
• #52 – Best Value Schools
• #82 – Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs

📘 Other Recognitions

• Ranked among “Best Colleges in America 2025” by Money Magazine
• Listed as a Best Northeast Regional College (2026) by The Princeton Review
• Online Graduate Education Program ranked #97 (U.S. News)

📈 Additional Rankings (Niche)

• #162 – Best College Athletics in America
• #381 – Best Colleges for Student Athletes
• Top-ranked in Massachusetts for athletics (#5)