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Meridian University

Petaluma, CA·For-Profit·https://meridianuniversity.edu/

Campus Identity

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Meridian University is a private for-profit university in Petaluma, CA. The nearest beach is about 23 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Meridian University is a private for-profit university in Petaluma, CA. The nearest beach is about 23 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

Under 1,000

Urban setting

Beach Access

23 miles

Stinson Beach, CA

Weather

Warm Climate

55°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

140 mi away
140 mi away
140 mi away
1,650 skiable acres12 lifts

Nearest Beach

Stinson Beach, CA

Ocean access within 23.3 miles

23 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Petaluma, CA

48°Jan51°Feb53°Mar56°Apr60°May64°Jun67°Jul67°Aug67°Sep62°Oct54°Nov48°Dec

Station: PETALUMA Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

100/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety100100100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

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Fields of Study

5 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Clinical, Counseling and Applied PsychologyMaster's
16 grads/yr
Research and Experimental PsychologyDoctoral
8 grads/yr
Clinical, Counseling and Applied PsychologyProfessional
4 grads/yr
Educational Administration and SupervisionMaster's
1 grads/yr
Business Administration, Management and OperationsProfessional
1 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology
Master's16 grads
Research and Experimental Psychology
Doctoral8 grads
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology
Professional4 grads
Educational Administration and Supervision
Master's1 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Professional1 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Meridian University located?

Meridian University is located in Petaluma, CA. The main campus address is 47 Sixth Street, Petaluma, CA. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.

Is Meridian University the right fit for me?

Whether Meridian University is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost and financial aid, campus culture in Petaluma, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Meridian University against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Meridian University directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
For-Profit
Location
Petaluma, CA
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Master's, Doctoral
School Year Weather
Warm · 55°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
100/100
Nearest Airport
Santa Rosa, CA (STS) · 21 mialso CCR (36 mi), SUU (39 mi)

Location

Petaluma, CA

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.