Mercyhurst University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Mercyhurst University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Roman Catholic
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Mercyhurst University is a small private university located on an urban campus in Erie, Pennsylvania. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,292, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 83%. The university offers 80 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 59%, and a student-faculty ratio of 15:1. Tuition and fees for students are $41,580.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationRequired to be considered for admission
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile-
SAT 25th-75th Percentile-
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
3k
Students enrolled
6%
Online student enrollment
15:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
73%
Unknown
9%
Black
6%
Hispanic
5%
Two or more races
1%
Non-U.S. Citizen
6%
Asian
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
32% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
14
Total Online Enrollment
165
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.6% online, 94% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
90% On-campus
10% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate Certificate13% online
Master's56% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $41,580 | $41,580 |
| Graduate | $14,763 | $14,763 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $14,274 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,261 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $11,250 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $2,261 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $2,261 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $59,315 | $59,315 |
| Off-campus without family | $56,291 | $56,291 |
| Off-campus with family | $45,041 | $45,041 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
33%
State Grant Aid
31%
Institution Grant Aid
95%
Pell Grant
32%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$25k
Average student debtafter graduation
$34k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Track Field Xcountry
- Water Polo
- Wrestling
- Bowling
- Field Hockey
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 2 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 5 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Education. | |||
| 7 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 8 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 9 | History. | |||
| 10 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 11 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 12 | Military Technologies And Applied Sciences. | |||
| 13 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 14 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 15 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 16 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 17 | Psychology. | |||
| 18 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 19 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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