OAKLAND, Calif. - Samuel Merritt University, the historic East Bay college specializing in health education, is set to open a new downtown Oakland campus next year.

The private university has several campuses across California, including Oakland , San Mateo , Sacramento and Fresno .

The $240-million campus will open Jan. 5, 2026.

"This campus is Samuel Merritt University’s commitment to the healthcare workforce development that our region depends on," said Ching-Hua Wang, university president.

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The university hopes the new downtown Oakland campus will help revitalize the city beyond the campus community.

"By drawing thousands of students, faculty and staff into downtown Oakland daily, the campus will boost local businesses, support small vendors

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