Atherton, CA — September 3, 2025 — Menlo College is proud to announce its inclusion in two Forbes rankings: “25 Private Schools with Generous Financial Aid” and “America’s Top 500 Colleges.” These honors reflect Menlo’s commitment to accessible, high-quality education and student success.
Menlo College is recognized for providing substantial financial support to students, with an average award of $38,261, making higher education more affordable for talented students from diverse backgrounds. (Forbes, 2025) In addition, Menlo College’s ranking among Forbes’ Top 500 Colleges places it in the top 13% of institutions nationwide, highlighting the college’s strong academic programs, experiential learning opportunities, and career-focused approach. (Forbes, 2025)
“Being recognized by Forbes for both financial aid and overall excellence reflects our ongoing commitment to making a Menlo College education accessible, transformative, and career-focused for students from all backgrounds,” said Steven Weiner, President of Menlo College. “We are proud to empower our students to achieve their fullest potential and thrive in the world beyond the classroom.”
Menlo College’s student-centered approach emphasizes small class sizes, individualized attention, hands-on learning experiences, and career-readiness programs that equip students for professional achievement and leadership.
Read more about Menlo College being featured in Forbes Top 500 Colleges and Top 25 for Financial Aid.
Contact Information:
Press Contact: pr@menlo.edu
About Menlo College:
Menlo College is a small private, nonprofit college founded in 1927 with a mission to “ignite potential and educate students to make meaningful contributions in the innovation economy.” Situated in the heart of Silicon Valley, Menlo College offers undergraduate degrees in business and psychology, as well as three graduate degrees: a Master of Science in Information Systems, a Master of Science in Financial Technology, and a Master of Arts in Sport and Performance Psychology. Menlo is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American, Native American, and Pacific Islander-Serving (AANAPISI) Institution.
