AA

Social and Behavioral Sciences

Learn more about studying Social and Behavioral Sciences as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Degree type
    Associate
  • Duration
    2 years
  • Delivery method
    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:

These courses emphasize the perspective, concepts, theories and methodologies typically found in the vast variety of disciplines that comprise study in the Social and Behavioral Sciences. Students will study about themselves and others as members of a larger society. Topics of discussion will stimulate critical thinking about ways people have acted in response to their societies and will allow students to evaluate how societies and social subgroups operate. The AA degree in Social and Behavioral Sciences will prepare students for majors at four-year institutions in the social sciences such as anthropology, history, psychology, sociology, or ethnic or cultural studies, among others.

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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?

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$2,145
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,854
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$114
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$68
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$61· USA average
Monthly public transport pass$86
Monthly grocery basket$278
Coffee shop drink$5
Cinema or cultural event ticket$15
Gym membership$39

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced) and 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