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About Meridian University

Set in Petaluma's river town, Meridian University is known for intimate, discussion-rich learning that blends scholarship with practice. Academic strengths lean toward the study of mind, leadership, and culture, with emphasis on reflective inquiry and ethics. Students find seminar rooms, quiet study spots, on-site and digital resources, and advising with career support. Periodic community gatherings keep the campus connected.

Campus life runs on conversation and collaboration. You'll see talks and workshops, peer circles, and chances to join local projects. The culture is welcoming and purposeful. Career prep grows through project work, mentorship, and ties to Bay Area networks. And Petaluma's cafes, river paths, and creative scene make downtime easy, with plenty of ways to volunteer, intern, and get involved.

Key Institutional Details

Contact & Profile

Location: 47 Sixth Street, Petaluma, California, 94952, USA
Phone: +1 (707) 765-1836
Website: meridianuniversity.edu
Unit ID: 491808

Academic & Institutional

Control: Private for-profit institution (operates for revenue)
Accreditation: WSCUC
Length of Study: Programs under 2 years (e.g. certificate or diploma)
Calendar System: Quarter system (four terms per year: fall, winter, spring, summer)
Award Levels: Master's, Doctorate (Research), Doctorate (Professional)
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: Very High Research 4-Year Focus - Engineering
Campus Setting: Located in a small city (population under 100,000)
Tuition: Not available
Student Profile:
Total Students: 226
Undergraduate: Not available
Graduate/Other: Not available
Male: 46 Female: 180
Applications:
Total Applicants: Not available
Admitted: Not available
Enrolled: Not available
Staff:
Total: 84 Full-time: 20 Part-time: 64

Degree Programs & Career Salary Prospects

Explore degree programs offered at Meridian University with detailed career prospects, starting salary ranges, and job opportunities in California. See what you can do with your degree and expected earnings after graduation.

How to use this guide:
Click on any academic field that interests you to expand and view available degree programs. Each program shows potential career paths, median salaries in California vs national averages, and job prospects for graduates. Perfect for answering "What can I do with my degree?" and salary expectations.
Psychology (3)
Psychological Sciences, Mental Health and Behavioral Studies
42.2799 Research and Experimental Psychology, Other. (FPD)
Any instructional program in research and experimental psychology not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in California

Average graduate salary for this degree:
SOC Code Occupation US National California Avg CA vs US
11-9199 Managers, All Other $149,890 $120,240 -$29,650 (-19.8%)
19-3039 Psychologists, All Other $111,340 $139,090 +$27,750 (+24.9%)
25-1066 Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary $93,530 $140,370 +$46,840 (+50.1%)
42.2801 Clinical Psychology. (Spec)
A program that prepares individuals for the independent professional practice of clinical psychology, involving the analysis, diagnosis, and clinical treatment of psychological disorders and behavioral pathologies. Includes instruction in clinical assessment and diagnosis, personality appraisal, psychopathology, clinical psychopharmacology, behavior modification, therapeutic intervention skills, patient interviewing, personalized and group therapy, child and adolescent therapy, cognitive and behavioral therapy, supervised clinical practice, ethical standards, and applicable regulations.

Graduate Career Earnings in California

Average graduate salary for this degree:
SOC Code Occupation US National California Avg CA vs US
11-9199 Managers, All Other $149,890 $120,240 -$29,650 (-19.8%)
19-3033 Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $106,850 $116,710 +$9,860 (+9.2%)
25-1066 Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary $93,530 $140,370 +$46,840 (+50.1%)
42.2899 Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology, Other. (PostBacCert)
Any instructional program in clinical, counseling and applied psychology not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in California

Average graduate salary for this degree:
SOC Code Occupation US National California Avg CA vs US
11-9199 Managers, All Other $149,890 $120,240 -$29,650 (-19.8%)
19-3039 Psychologists, All Other $111,340 $139,090 +$27,750 (+24.9%)
25-1066 Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary $93,530 $140,370 +$46,840 (+50.1%)
Business (1)
Business Administration, Marketing and Entrepreneurship
52.0213 Organizational Leadership. (Spec)
A program that focuses on leadership skills that can be applied to a business, government, non-profit, or educational setting. Includes instruction in organizational planning, dynamics of leadership, finance, team building, conflict resolution and mediation, communication and other management skills.

Graduate Career Earnings in California

Average graduate salary for this degree:
SOC Code Occupation US National California Avg CA vs US
11-2033 Fundraising Managers $137,290 $114,710 -$22,580 (-16.4%)
11-3121 Human Resources Managers $160,480 $131,800 -$28,680 (-17.9%)
11-3131 Training and Development Managers $140,590 $152,670 +$12,080 (+8.6%)
11-9199 Managers, All Other $149,890 $120,240 -$29,650 (-19.8%)
13-1111 Management Analysts $114,710 $87,720 -$26,990 (-23.5%)
25-1011 Business Teachers, Postsecondary $113,840 $124,710 +$10,870 (+9.5%)
Education (1)
Educational Sciences, Teaching Methods and Pedagogy
13.0401 Educational Leadership and Administration, General. (PostBacCert)
A program that focuses on the general principles and techniques of administering a wide variety of schools and other educational organizations and facilities, supervising educational personnel at the school or staff level, and that may prepare individuals as general administrators and supervisors.

Graduate Career Earnings in California

Average graduate salary for this degree:
SOC Code Occupation US National California Avg CA vs US
11-9031 Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare $62,640 $68,810 +$6,170 (+9.8%)
11-9032 Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary $113,360 $138,580 +$25,220 (+22.2%)
11-9033 Education Administrators, Postsecondary $124,450 $125,100 +$650 (+0.5%)
11-9039 Education Administrators, All Other $99,460 $106,920 +$7,460 (+7.5%)

Tuition, Fees & Estimated Costs

Overview of tuition rates, housing, and other annual education expenses for undergraduate and graduate students

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Graduate In-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$21,632
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Graduate Out-of-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$21,632
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Financial Aid & Student Support

Summary of scholarships, grants, student loans, and financial aid statistics for undergraduate students

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Student Success Metrics

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Percentage of first-year students who continue for a second year
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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the most common questions about Meridian University

What academic programs and degree levels does Meridian University offer?

Meridian University offers 8 academic programs across 3 major fields of study, with available degree levels: Master's, Doctorate (Research), Doctorate (Professional).

Most popular program areas include:

  • Psychological Sciences, Mental Health and Behavioral Studies (3 programs)
  • Educational Sciences, Teaching Methods and Pedagogy (1 programs)
  • Business Administration, Marketing and Entrepreneurship (1 programs)

Data based on IPEDS program completions for 2022-2023 academic year. Numbers reflect programs where students graduated, not all offered programs.

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