Menlo College
About Menlo College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Menlo College is a private university in Atherton, CA. It has a 61.7% acceptance rate and a 57% graduation rate, serving approximately 786 students.
Founded
1927
Location
Atherton, California
Students
798
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
68.5%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
53.5%
Below national average
Tuition
$53,630
Per year
Avg Net Price
$31,100
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$76,419
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
68.5 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
$40
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
With a 68.5% acceptance rate, Menlo College admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
53.5% complete their degree within six years
Retention
69.9%
4-Year Grad
48%
6-Year Grad
55%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$8.7K
Class Size
Medium
While 48% finish in 4 years, 69.9% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$53,630
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$18,236
Books & Supplies
$1,062
Total Cost of Attendance
$72,020
After Financial Aid
$31,100
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$25,546
Receive Grants
31.1%
Take Loans
43.8%
The total cost of attendance runs about $72,020/yr, including $18,236 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $31,100.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Menlo College fund their education.
While in School
31.1%
Get Grants
Free money
43.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$49,601
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$21,750
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$231/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $21,750 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Menlo College.
Gender
42.6%
Female
57%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
752
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
46
Graduates
40.1%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
5.3%
Age 25+
Men make up the majority at 57% of the student body. 40.1% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 21.5% international students bring global perspectives to campus life.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
752
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Special Focus
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Menlo College fields 8 varsity teams with 330 student athletes, about 44% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II with football
Conference
Golden State
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Wrestling
Student Athletes
330
44% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
56% / 44%
186
Men
144
Women
7
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Menlo Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$76,419
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Marketing
$50K
46 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$53K
29 grads
4yr Earnings
Finance and Financial Management Services
$70K
26 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$50K
25 grads
1yr Earnings
Accounting and Related Services
$71K
24 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
—
16 grads
Earnings grow steadily here: $61K at six years, $46K at eight, and $76K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.