Yes, Merit America is legit!
We understand the hesitation. In an era of quick-fix promises, it’s important to do your research—and we’re here to help.
Merit America is a national nonprofit dedicated to helping low-wage workers transition into in-demand, skills-based careers. We’ve served over 15,000 learners nationwide, with an 80% program completion rate. According to our 2024 Alumni Wage Analysis, alumni with outcome data reported an average annual wage gain of $21,000 three or more months after program completion, with average salaries increasing from $27,800 pre-program to $48,500 post-program. Our success rate is 75%, with nearly 3 out of 4 alumni with outcome data reporting a positive career change and/or an above-threshold salary. More than 500 companies have hired Merit America alumni.
Our success comes from combining industry-recognized curricula, such as Google’s, with rigorous technical training and personalized career coaching to support your transition into a new career.
We achieve this by combining industry-recognized, third-party curriculum from Google and personalized career coaching to support your transition into a new career.
If you're looking for a fast, flexible path to a technical career and higher earning potential, Merit America is for you!
You can read more about us in the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, CNBC, or watch an alumni success story from Grow with Google. Or you can contact us to learn more.
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