Menlo College

Atherton, California · Private nonprofit, 4-year

At a glance

Average net price

$31,100

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

53.5%

Admission rate

68%

Undergrad size

752

In-state tuition

$53,630

Out-of-state tuition

$53,630

Cost of attendance

$72,020

Median earnings (10y)

$76,419

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
69.9%
Locale
Suburb

Programs breakdown

4 program areas reported · Heavily focused on business (69% of credentials).

  • Business69%
  • Humanities & arts4%
  • Social sciences18%
  • Trades & services9%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

9 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Bachelor's95$45,971$24,750
Marketing.Bachelor's75$45,791$24,476
Psychology, General.Bachelor's59$34,347$22,750
Finance and Financial Management Services.Bachelor's54$56,905$24,500
Accounting and Related Services.Bachelor's46$62,547$26,955
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.Bachelor's16
Human Resources Management and Services.Bachelor's6
Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations.Bachelor's5
Real Estate.Bachelor's5

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Menlo College

Menlo College is a small institution located in Atherton, California, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 752 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Psychology, Parks & recreation.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Menlo College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $31,100 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $53,630 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $72,020 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 53.5%, a above-average completion outcome. 69.9% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $76,419 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Menlo College confers degrees and certificates across 4 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Psychology, Parks & recreation. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by business (69% of credentials), social sciences (18% of credentials), trades & services (9% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Menlo College accepts 68% of applicants, making it moderately selective.

Location & campus

Set in Atherton, California (suburb), Menlo College draws students from across California and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Menlo College

Q.How much does Menlo College cost?

The average net price at Menlo College is $31,100 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $72,020.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Menlo College?

Menlo College has a 6-year graduation rate of 53.5% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How hard is it to get into Menlo College?

Menlo College admits 68% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.

Q.How much do Menlo College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Menlo College graduate earns $76,419 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Menlo College?

Published tuition is $53,630 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Menlo College located?

Menlo College is located in Atherton, California (ZIP 94027).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Menlo College at their official website.