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Mercyhurst University

Erie, PA · Private nonprofit · Small city · Website

Admission rate
81%
Accessible
Average net price
$26,486
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
61%
Median earnings
$55,508
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Mercyhurst University is a private nonprofit college in Erie, PA with 2,191 undergraduates. It admits 81% of applicants. The average net price after aid is $26,486 per year ($24,429 for families earning under $30,000). 61% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $55,508 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
81%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test blind
Fall 2024
Applicants
3,500
Fall 2023
Admitted
2,913
Fall 2023
Yield
20%
of admitted students enrolled

What Mercyhurst University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesConsidered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$60,498
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$47,270

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$24,429
  • $30–48k$31,142
  • $48–75k$32,834
  • $75–110k$38,590
  • $110k+$30,534

Get a personal estimate with Mercyhurst University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
61%
Freshman retention
80%
Median earnings
$55,508
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$25,998
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
2,191
Student–faculty ratio
14:1
Receive Pell grants
35%
  • White73%
  • Hispanic6%
  • Black7%
  • Asian2%

Mercyhurst University FAQ

What is Mercyhurst University's acceptance rate?+

Mercyhurst University admits 81% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

Is Mercyhurst University test optional?+

Test blind (scores not considered).

How many students apply to Mercyhurst University?+

In Fall 2023, 3,500 students applied to Mercyhurst University and 2,913 were admitted; 571 enrolled.

Does Mercyhurst University consider legacy status?+

Yes. Mercyhurst University reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Mercyhurst University require an essay?+

Mercyhurst University reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Mercyhurst University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $60,498 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $26,486.

What is Mercyhurst University's graduation rate?+

61% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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