Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003297
- Phone: (215) 487-4344
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
86.44%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
14:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
6FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$25,128Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Mercyhurst College
5800 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Mercyhurst College provides a variety of program options for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Erie, Pennsylvania and operated as a private institution. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. About four thousand students enroll at Mercyhurst College yearly.
Areas of study offered at Mercyhurst College include:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Security And Protective Services
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Education
- Interdisciplinary Studies
Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions staff. Most students admitted to this school earn an SAT score between 1410 - 1740, or an ACT score between 21 - 26. This school accepts approximately 80% of applicants annually. Of those applicants admitted, about 30% attended the school. More information from the admissions office can be found here.
Undergraduate tuition is approximately $30,000 per year, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students may check the school's price of attendance calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. Housing may be available for students who wish to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $5,400 annually. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is typically offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The mascot for Mercyhurst College is the "Lakers", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the NCAA. Available sports offered may include the following:
- Baseball (NCAA Division II)
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Field Hockey (NCAA Division II)
- Football (NCAA Division II)
Contact information, financial aid information, programs offered, and much more may be accessed on school's website at http://www.mercyhurst.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give an overview of the applicants Mercyhurst College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at Mercyhurst College is about 2,700, where graduate students make up roughly 24% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are between $38,000-$45,000 for both state residents and nonresidents
- Part time students pay in the range of $1,300 to $1,500 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 99% | $26,395 |
Receiving Student Loans | 71% | $8,824 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Mercyhurst College may provide services to students including:- Distance learning
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Student employment
- Assistance to find work
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Dance Program
- * Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Dance, Commission on Accreditation (since 2009)
- Music Program
- * Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation (since 1996)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Mercyhurst College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference)
- Field Hockey
- Football (Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference)
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
- Wrestling
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Mercyhurst College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
- Exercise Physiology (B)
- Biochemistry (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Public Health (B)
- Nursing (B)
- Athletic Training (B)
- Music Therapy (B)
- Art Therapy (B)
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B)
Security and Protective Services
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B)
- Anthropology (B, M)
- Archaeology (B)
- Sociology (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Dance (B)
- Interior Design (B)
- Graphic Design (B)
- Music (B)
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B)
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
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- Gannon University in Lancaster, PA (2 miles away)
- Allegheny College in Pittsburgh, PA (32 miles away)
- Thiel College in Blue Bell, PA (51 miles away)
- Grove City College in Melrose Park, PA (66 miles away)
- Lake Erie College in Kettering, OH (67 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003297
- Phone: (215) 487-4344
- School Homepage