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Not Your Average Rankings: Job Placement and Personal Growth Lead to Newest Top College Rankings

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93% of 2021 graduates were either employed or in graduate school six months after graduation and nearly all of them indicated via survey they are at least “satisfied” in their roles. It is no surprise then that Menlo College continues to achieve top college rankings. 

By focusing on developing an entrepreneurial, growth mindset in each student, Menlo College continues to position them for their future careers and lifelong success.

Forbes – Top 8.0% for low student debt, salaries, and future prospects

Forbes selected 500 top colleges to examine among the 5,300 colleges and universities in the U.S. and this year, Menlo College is in the top 8.2% of them all. In their 2022 analysis, Forbes looked at: student debt, salaries after graduation, proven leadership and entrepreneurial success, and high graduation and retention rates.

This top 8.0% ranking shows that Menlo College students receive strong financial aid and are educated to achieve lasting career growth, whether in a Fortune 500 company or by starting a business of their own. 

As a leading business school, Menlo College ensures that:

#17 Most Diverse College – Niche.com

Menlo College’s job placement results are even more remarkable when considering the make-up of the campus. Many students come to Menlo facing one or more inequities. 

Menlo’s unique diversity extends beyond any single definition of the term. 

Based on socioeconomic, geographic, and ethnic diversity, as well as overall tolerance on campus, Niche.com ranks Menlo College as the #17 most diverse college in America in their 2023 rankings – a top 1% ranking. 

With 99% of students receiving financial aid, 35% of whom are Pell Grant recipients and 31% of whom are first-generation college students, the College is committed to helping students overcome the inequities they may face to achieve academic and career success.

Earlier this year, the Center for Education and the Workforce at Georgetown University also ranked Menlo in the top 8.0% of colleges in America for ROI among its low-income students. 

Menlo College ranks highly on ensuring Pell Grant recipient students achieve the same career results as their non-Pell Grant recipient peers. This ranking was calculated based on the average price of a degree, graduation rate, and future earnings for this group of students. 

The Financial Aid office at Menlo College works with all students to meet their financial needs to ensure they can attend Menlo College. With this support, students earn an affordable college degree that reflects a relevant, effective education.

Learn more about Scholarships and Financial Aid at Menlo!

Princeton Review – Nearly 15 Years as a Best in the West

For the 13th year in a row, The Princeton Review recognized Menlo College as a top business school and a “Best in the West.” The College’s commitment to a hands-on, leadership-oriented education contributes to the success of its students after graduation. Faculty members with real-world experience are also highly involved as leaders in academic projects, advisors in student clubs, and lifelong mentors of alumni.

In its ranking of the College as a “Best in The West,” The Princeton Review commended Menlo College for its real world grounding. 

The organization is impressed that “professors [at Menlo] have worked in the field they teach.” Having access to accomplished industry leaders, requiring an internship for its business students, and providing relevant curriculum results in “students [who] are driven and have at least one or more leadership positions.”

Not Your Average Rankings: Focus on Student Success Drives Results

“Menlo College is proud of these latest rankings. They underscore our focus on the success of each of our students,” Menlo College President Steven Weiner said.

“Our opportunity is to help young people understand the world in which we exist and to offer them guidance as they develop the insight and confidence to imagine the world of the future.”

“I’m continuously trying to work hard and be a strong representative for Menlo,” Nick Camacho ‘23, Accounting major, Men’s Wrestling Team Captain said. “I’m really glad that I was able to get an internship and Menlo has such strong connections. Post-Menlo, I’m looking forward to working with Ernst & Young in a full-time role. I am really proud of my journey here. 

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These rankings add to Menlo’s current standing as:

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About Menlo College
Menlo College was established in 1927. It is a small, private, non-profit, four-year, accredited, residential college located in Atherton, California. Menlo College’s location in Silicon Valley, one of the world’s most entrepreneurial and innovative geographical areas, has enabled the college to create a valuable market niche for its students locally — as well as globally. Menlo College cultivates in its students the skills, integrity, and passion to make meaningful contributions in an innovation economy.

2021-2022 Year in Review: Menlo College Students Place at Case Competitions and Present Research

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Menlo College students earned second place in a case competition this year, further distinguished themselves elsewhere, and presented their research findings at conferences.

“Much as the College continues to climb through College rankings, our students are evermore making an immediate impact in academia and beyond.” said Menlo College President Steven Weiner. “With support from faculty and the broader community, our students are clearly demonstrating their readiness to lead on the frontiers of industry as well as expand our understanding of critical issues.”

Student Team Places Second at 2022 UNM Anderson Global Scaling Challenge

Menlo students Basil Merk ’23, Calle Helmertz ’22, and Dennis Vanin ’24 won second place at the 2022 UNM Anderson Global Scaling Challenge this past April in New Mexico.

They participated as one of 24 colleges and universities to devise business growth strategies for three space-tech companies. The teams presented their findings to a panel of judges, including the companies’ executives.

Vanin described the techniques they used as strategies that highlight “different variables including analyzing and evaluating the company’s current offerings, and implementing a marketing and fundraising strategy. We also proposed possible pathways to acquire talent and how to achieve higher success with diverse staffing.” 

Faculty advisors Professor of Marketing and Entrepreneurship Fabian Eggers, Professor Emeritus of Management and Innovation Bruce Paton, and Dean of the School of Business and Professor Mouwafac Sidaoui provided important mentorship and support.

Learn more about Menlo’s Entrepreneurship and Innovation Major!

Menlo Real Estate Students Compete at the NAIOP SV University Challenge

NAIOP’s – a Commercial Real Estate Development Association – Silicon Valley Chapter held the Inaugural University Challenge Case Study Competition this last academic year. Representing Menlo College was Wiley Gross ’22, Van Wolfgang Lachance ’23, and team captain Michaela Haynes ’22, with the guidance of Team Advisor and The Real Estate Center (TREC) Director Dr. Margaret McFarland. 

In just three weeks, the students underwent an intensive education in commercial real estate development as they created proposals for a new project in Sunnyvale’s Moffett Park. The team’s final report, PowerPoint, and resumes can be found on the SV NAIOP website. 

Although the team did not take home the Silicon Valley Sledgehammer this year, these hard-working students impressed hundreds of CRE professionals with their presentation. They also showcased the professionalism and ambition that characterizes Menlo College as a top business school.

Learn about Menlo’s Real Estate Major!

Menlo Competes in the Annual CFA Institute Research Challenge

From September 2021 through February 2022, Menlo College’s team members Fredrik Ingul ’22 (team lead), Christian Ingul ’22, Wendy Mouat ’22, and Cheryl Singh ’22 competed in the annual 2022 Northern California CFA Research Challenge.

Under the guidance of Associate Professor of Finance Manish Tewari and CFA San Francisco Society mentor Edmund Neo, the group collaborated to analyze the equity value of PayPal using techniques employed by professionals on Wall Street. With their own rigorous research, the team’s goal was to convince a panel of judges that PayPal’s stock price is currently undervalued and poses an excellent BUY opportunity for investors. 

The Menlo team gave a compelling presentation, as well as a thorough valuation report, earning praise from the judges. Though intense, the competition was a great learning experience for the students, having been thrown into the deep end in the world of equity research.

Learn more about Menlo’s Finance Major!

Students Present Research at the Alpha Chi National Honor Convention

Alpha Chi members Christian Ingul ’22 and Fredrik Ingul ’22, with the support of Dean of the School of Business Mouwafac Sidaoui, submitted their paper “Psychological Distress on College Students During COVID-19” to the Alpha Chi National College Honor Society conference. Accepted for presentation in March, they showcased their research that evaluated which areas of higher education are most impacted by the pandemic and offered insights on the student psyche as colleges reopen. 

The Ingul brothers’ presentation was the event’s centerpiece at the Austin, Texas convention, as they were also invited to speak on Menlo’s Alpha Chi chapter’s community engagement. A preview of their speech is currently featured on LinkedIn. The brothers also had the opportunity to present their findings on campus through a Bowman Library Research Colloquium. Alpha Chi is an academic honor society limited to the top 10% of junior and senior students of chapter colleges and universities in the US.

Learn more about Menlo’s Business Analytics Major!

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Focused on Student Success: Menlo College Earns Three New 2022 Top College Rankings

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Menlo College is proud of its three latest top college rankings. By focusing on student success, Menlo College lands on top for ROI (return on investment), equity creation, and careful resource management. 

As a leading business school, Menlo College is committed to all of its diverse students. With:

Menlo College students are positioned for future success. College rankings systems are increasingly changing their analyses to include what Menlo College has long known: A college education is a major investment for any student, and a college community must therefore squarely focus on student success.

#45 Globally for Alumni Employment

Once again showing the success of Menlo College graduates, alumni rank #45 in the world for having held executive positions at the world’s largest companies. This is a top 3% ranking among the nearly 1,600 colleges and universities the CWUR considered. The College also ranks in the top 7% globally for academic excellence, demonstrating that Menlo students are educated to achieve success at large companies and more.

Simply put: “Menlo gave me the skills on how to build relationships,” says Saeed Amidi ‘83, founder of Plug and Play, a Silicon-Valley based start-up incubator, in an interview on his Menlo College experience.

 

Maximizing ROI for Low-Income Students

The Center for Education and the Workforce at Georgetown University ranked Menlo in the top 8.0% of colleges in America for ROI among its low-income students. This ranking was calculated based on the average price of a degree, graduation rate, and future earnings for this group of students. With these three factors, Menlo College ranks highly on ensuring Pell Grant recipient students achieve the same results as their non-Pell Grant recipient peers. Pell Grant recipients represent 35% of Menlo College students, and supporting them as they pursue their degrees is a priority for the campus community.

The Financial Aid office at Menlo College works with all students to meet their financial needs to ensure they can attend Menlo College. With this aid, students earn an affordable college degree that reflects a relevant, effective education. 

#11 in America for Academic Stewardship

Adding to the new top college rankings is Menlo College’s ranking as #11 in Academic Stewardship by Academic Influence. Menlo College is recognized for being financially efficient and mission-focused. In other words, as a small, private, mainly residential college with proven-ROI, Menlo College delivers the best possible education, experience, and outcome for its diverse student population.

“Every member of the Menlo College community can take pride in the recognitions we are earning. These awards reflect our commitment to be the best investment students can make in themselves. These rankings reflect Menlo’s focus on helping every student to succeed,” Menlo College President Steven Weiner said.

Menlo College: The Best Investment a Student Can Make in Themselves

The College is squarely focused on creating an environment that fosters student success and changes the trajectory of student lives. Menlo graduates maximize their ROI and post-graduation earnings by landing jobs at Silicon Valley’s top companies – or starting companies of their own! This commitment to success is reflected in the College’s most recent rankings by the Center for World University Rankings, Georgetown University, and Academic Influence.

“As a Political Science student, I have direct access to Dean Melissa Michelson, the Dean of Arts & Sciences and Professor of Political Science, who teaches and works in the fields of Political Science and Public Policy. She has taken the time to connect me with regional leaders who tackle issues revolving around affordable housing, financial aid, and immigration. Most recently, I was connected with a Community Engagement professional who hired me to work on a county campaign, tackling systemic disparities.” Diana Guardado ‘23, Social Media Marketing Intern at Hope and Heal Fund.

These rankings add to Menlo’s current standings as:

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About Menlo CollegeMenlo College was established in 1927. It is a small, private, non-profit, four-year, accredited, residential college located in Atherton, California. Menlo College’s location in Silicon Valley, one of the world’s most entrepreneurial and innovative geographical areas, has enabled the college to create a valuable market niche for its students locally — as well as globally. Menlo College cultivates in its students the skills, integrity, and passion to make meaningful contributions in an innovation economy.

Menlo College’s Annual Career Connect Day Set for In-Person Return on April 5, 2022

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Menlo College is proud to announce that the annual Career Connect Day is officially set for Tuesday, April 5, 2022.

Career Connect Day is a flagship, student-focused event that provides career and professional development opportunities to Menlo College students of all majors and class years.

After two years of virtual sessions, this year’s Career Connect Day is scheduled to be held in-person with a morning full of guest speakers, panel discussions, and workshops, followed by an afternoon featuring on-campus interviews and a Career Fair event.

“Career Connect Day helps students build social capital through networking, and aligns with our mission to guide students on their paths to contributing to an innovation economy,” said Dylan Houle, Executive Director of Internships and Career Services. “This event has consistently served as an excellent opportunity for students to connect with professionals across a variety of industries, and they are excited for its in-person return in 2022.”

This year’s theme of “Return To Work?” will explore how companies and workers have adapted to, and been affected by, the pandemic. Conversation topics will include: The shift to remote work, “essential” workers, mental health and wellness, social justice and politics in the workplace, the future of work, and more. 

The career fair is open to all students across all majors. Employers who come to campus will be recruiting for full-time and part-time jobs, as well as internships, and graduate schools will also participate. Volunteers can submit proposals to lead presentations, panel discussions, or real interviews with students on Career Connect Day by the January 31 deadline.

Menlo College alumni engage with students through Career Connect Day

Throughout Career Connect Day, alumni and volunteers lead workshops, deliver presentations, host panel discussions, or conduct real interviews with students looking for jobs and internships.

In 2021, 13 Menlo College alumni spanning the 2020s, 2010s, 2000s, and 1990s participated in panel discussions, representing a variety of industries that included accounting, business management, finance, human resources, international management, marketing, political sciences, real estate and sports management.

“[Hearing] the experience that former students at Menlo College had was a great experience and made me mentally ready for [my] future journey,” said Shomei Kadota ’22.

The College is currently seeking volunteers to lead these morning sessions on career, industry, and professional development-related topics, and proposals for presentations can be submitted here. The deadline for submissions is January 31, 2022.

Menlo College President Steven Weiner sits in on Career Connect Day 2019

Career Connect Day highlights the Office of Internships & Career Services’ commitment to student success 

Career Connect Day is part of the Office of Internships & Career Services’ ongoing efforts to provide students with unique opportunities in their pursuits of their professional goals. Those efforts helped Menlo College earn the Outstanding College Work Experience & Internship Award from the California Internship & Work Experience Association in 2019. This award recognizes innovative student internship programs that provide unique opportunities to gain skills and on-the-job-training experiences. 

With initiatives like Career Connect Day and the student internship program, the Office of Internships & Career Services has recently propelled more than 85% of Menlo College students to employment or graduate programs within six months of their graduation. It contributes to Menlo College’s top college rankings by PayScale, The Princeton Review, and Forbes. Menlo alumni can be found at countless elite companies like Google, Apple, LinkedIn, and more. Many also go on to start their own businesses. 

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