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Future Ready Now in the heart of Silicon Valley

Menlo College is a small, residential liberal arts and business college where learning connects to doing, ideas become experience, and students prepare to launch what comes next.

Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, Menlo offers undergraduate degrees in business and psychology, along with graduate programs in Information Systems, Financial Technology, and Sport and Performance Psychology.

In a small, supportive community, students are known by name and guided through a highly personalized experience that connects academics, applied learning, career preparation, leadership, and community engagement.

A Small College Built to Launch Lives

The world is changing fast. Careers are evolving, industries are transforming, and the path from college to career is no longer straight or predictable.

At Menlo College, students do more than earn a degree. They build the skills, confidence, experience, and direction to adapt, contribute, and create value in a changing world.

14:1

Student to Faculty Ratio

86%

Employed or in graduate school within six months (Class of 2025)

16%

Top Colleges by Forbes

Undergraduate Majors

Accounting

Track and analyze the financial performance of organizations, and provide managers with crucial information for decision making.

AI & Analytics

Learn how to extract insights and storytelling using structured and unstructured data analytics tools.

Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Hewlett-Packard, Google, Yahoo, Intel and eBay all got their start in Silicon Valley. Learn how to transform your ideas into successful start-ups.

Finance

Prepare for career opportunities in venture capital, corporate finance, banking, consulting or the financial markets.

International Business

Study globalization and the rise of the market economy, two of the radical shifts in the world today.

Marketing

Marketers help an organization focus on the “4 Ps” – Product, Price, Place and Promotion.

Real Estate

Focus on land development, commercial brokerage, mortgage lending, property management and more.

Psychology

The study of the human soul, mind and behavior is applicable both in business and in human services.

Sports Management

Prepare for internal positions in sports organizations, public marketing, radio and TV and events management.

Graduate Programs

Master of Arts in Sport and Performance Psychology

Designed with extensive input from industry and academic experts interested in helping students find fulfilling, full-time employment in their desired field, the Master of Arts in Sport and Performance Psychology (MASPP) Program is an opportunity for students interested in helping athletes and other performers enhance their abilities and achieve their potential.

Master of Science in Information Systems

Designed with extensive input from an industry advisory board and business partners interested in hiring individuals to work with “data and information”, the Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) Program is an opportunity for students who have interest in information and organizations with driven approaches to the world of business, using information and data to develop new business insights.

Master of Science in Financial Technology

Crafted in collaboration with an esteemed industry advisory board and partners deeply invested in harnessing data and technology, the M.S. in FinTech (MSFT) Program offers a unique opportunity for students passionate about both finance and technology.

Career-Connected Learning

At Menlo College, career readiness starts in the classroom and comes to life through experience. Internships are built into the curriculum, with business majors completing at least one internship before graduation and psychology majors having the option to complete an internship as an elective.

With support from the Office of Internships & Career Services (ICS), students gain hands-on experience, grow their professional networks, and apply what they’ve learned in real-world settings. ICS supports students every step of the way with personalized advising, interactive workshops, and events like Career Connect Day, where students meet industry professionals, hear from alumni, explore different career paths, and gain insights that help shape their futures.

Athletics

Menlo’s participation in NCAA Division II athletics strengthens our close-knit campus community. Here, competitive sports and strong school spirit bring us together, creating a culture of pride and resilience both on and off the field.

Our 15 Men’s & Women’s Varsity Teams include: Baseball, Basketball, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Volleyball, Women’s Flag Football, and Wrestling.

We also offer Non-NCAA Men’s & Women’s Athletic Programs, including Baseball, Cheer, Taekwondo, Weightlifting, and Wrestling.

Menlo gave me the self-assurance to step into big spaces, lead with confidence and compassion, and craft a story I can share with the world.

Sophia Dizon 2028

Imagine graduating from college and knowing you are set up for future success. That was one of the things I thought about when I chose Menlo College.

Samuel Motonaga 2019

The Menlo Difference

At Menlo College, students are known, supported, and challenged to grow. In a small, residential community in Silicon Valley, they connect classroom learning with real-world experience and build the skills, confidence, and direction to become Future Ready Now.

88 Countries Represented by Menlo Students and Alumni, Making a Welcoming Community
Carnegie Opportunity College designation for Student Access & Earnings
Internships and career-connected experiences at World-Class Companies
One of the Best Colleges in the West According to The Princeton Review