ASc

Natural Sciences

Learn more about studying Natural Sciences as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Associate
  • Duration
    2 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    13,560USD
  • Start date
    Jan, Aug
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What Merritt College says about their program:

The AS degree in Natural Sciences will be awarded upon satisfactory completion of the Major course requirements and the General Education requirements.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of High School/Secondary

English proficiency

  • TOEFL iBT

    67

  • IELTS 6.5
  • Duolingo

    89

English proficiency waivers

  • Applicants whose native language is English
  • Applicants who have taken college-level courses at a U.S. college/university

Documents required

  • Application form
  • Application fee
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Copy of passport
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Essay
  • Medical Examination Form
  • Bank statement
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Scholarships at Merritt College

  • Peralta Colleges Foundation International Scholarship

    Official page

    A $500 award offered through the Peralta Colleges Foundation scholarship program, open to F-1 international students enrolled at any of the Peralta Community Colleges, including Merritt College. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 3.50 or higher, have completed at least 12 units at a Peralta college, have at least one remaining semester of study, and be in good academic standing. Applicants must submit a completed Student Education Plan (SEP) and a letter of recommendation from Peralta faculty. Because eligibility explicitly requires F-1 international student status, this award is squarely open to international undergraduates.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    USD$13,560 per year

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What is the cost of living near Merritt College?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect USA-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$1,652
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,349
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$214
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$73
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$61
Monthly public transport pass$65
Monthly grocery basket$350
Coffee shop drink$5
Cinema or cultural event ticket$15
Gym membership$45

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Merritt College

Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

USA student visa requirements