Our Programs

PMHNP

Doctor of Nursing Practice Online – Psychiatric Mental Health

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100%

Of faculty have doctorates

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MSN Nurse
10:1

Average student-to-teacher ratio

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Pediatric Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapy

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100%

Employment rate within one year of graduation

10:1

Average student-to-teacher ratio

Pediatric Occupational Therapy
100%

NBCOT exams pass rate

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Doctor of Nursing Practice Online Program – Family Nurse Practitioner

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We look for Bachelors-level nursing professionals seeking to advance in their career in an advanced practice specialty area

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Samuel Merritt University is offering $10,000 scholarships to all first-time, full-time DNP-FNP applicants

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Master of Science in Nursing – Clinical Leadership Education

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91%

First-time pass rate of graduates on the NPTE licensure exam

MSN CLE students
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98%

Find a job within one year

10:1

Average student-to-faculty ratio

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Podiatric Medicine

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98%

First-time pass rate of graduates on the NBPME licensure exam

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97%

Three year average residency placement rate. Our doctor of podiatric medicine graduates find residencies all over the nation.

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$224,000

National Average Salary

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Master of Social Work

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Created to meet the needs of healthcare providers looking for well-trained medical and behavioral health social work providers

MSW students

Prepared to effectively collaborate as part of integrated teams to advance health outcomes for the individuals, families, and communities

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Specialized practice in integrated health, behavioral health, and medical social work

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Ranked #1 in California for getting a job after graduation

Our alumni are in high demand in our local community and beyond.

10:1 Average student-to-faculty ratio 

Our programs emphasize experiential learning, allowing you to put theory into practice in real and simulated situations.

Ranked #1 in the U.S. by Forbes for early career prospects
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SMU Success

We have a rich tradition of educating skilled and compassionate health professionals.

8:1

Student-to-Faculty Ratio

Close connections to faculty and fellow students and a personalized approach to education are just some of the benefits.

86%

Students Who Receive Financial Aid

We’re committed to making your health care education affordable.

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Providing Hands-on Learning

We believe one of the best ways to build your confidence as a care provider is to prepare you with plenty of practical experience.

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Dedicated to Community

SMU is committed to serving Oakland, the San Francisco Peninsula, Sacramento, and Central California by partnering with local nonprofits, schools, clinics, and faith-based organizations.

Our Community Engagement
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Strength in Diversity

We believe that the more healthcare providers reflect the diversity of our communities, the better prepared they'll be to address healthcare inequities. SMU provides graduates with the most diverse set of patients in the nation, as well as a diverse faculty and student body. 

We Value Diversity

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