Alumni Impact
Samuel Merritt University alumni are transforming the experience of care in local communities and around the globe.
Success in Healthcare
Our graduates leave SMU prepared to excel in their fields and specialty areas of choice. They are successful healthcare practitioners and educators who work in a variety of positions and settings that impact their communities. Read about SMU alumni success below, or connect with alumni and friends here.
88%
Great Expectations
Alumni report their program met or exceeded expectations.
94% Graduation Rate for Past Three Years
We’re committed to our students' success, just as our student are dedicated to carrying for others.
98%
Grads Who Find Work in Their Profession Within a Year
Our alumni are in high demand in our local communities and beyond.
Our Alumni Make a Difference
SMU graduates' licensure and certification pass rates exceed state and national averages. And our reputation for academic and clinical excellence means our alumni are heavily recruited and have one of the highest rates of employment within one year of graduation. You’ll find SMU graduates providing patient care, conducting research, and teaching in Northern California, across the state, and around the world. Here’s a look at some of the places our graduates work.
SMU Proud
At SMU, student success is about more than grades. It’s about what our alumni do with their education. Most address our nation’s pressing need for health care practitioners who will improve the health and well-being of our communities. Our high-achieving alumni exemplify what can happen when students apply their knowledge to meet significant health care challenges.
Additional Resources
Alumni and Friends
SMU provides opportunities for professional networking, reconnecting with classmates, and partnering with, promoting, and supporting the University in a variety of ways including social and professional development events.
Career Services
We offer alumni personal assistance with their job or internship searches and help them explore the SMU's online resources to prepare for life after SMU.
Newsroom
Get the latest SMU news, including alumni, student, and faculty accomplishments.
Alumni Application
Reignite your passion for healthcare and advance your career with Samuel Merritt University's Alumni application. We invite you to return and enhance your expertise with our cutting-edge programs designed for professionals looking to deepen their knowledge and impact. Join us again at SMU and continue your journey of excellence in healthcare education.
