Founded in 1909, Samuel Merritt University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Oakland (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), California.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, Samuel Merritt University (SMC) is a small (EduListing enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Samuel Merritt University (SMC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. See the EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 111 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades.  The admission rate range is 50-60% making this US higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. 