Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College and Mercyhurst University are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. Penn State Behrend is a four-year, public school located in Erie, PA and Mercyhurst is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Erie, PA.
The following list compares two colleges briefly in important perspectives. You can compare them with comprehensive information on full comparison page.
| Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College | vs. | Mercyhurst University |
|---|---|---|
| Erie, Pennsylvania | Location | Erie, Pennsylvania |
| Four-year, Public | School Type | four-year, Private (not-for-profit) |
| Master's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Master's degree |
| Carnegie Classification | Master's College and University (medium programs) | |
In-State$15,972
Out-Of-State$26,958 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | $45,770 |
| 74% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 93% |
| $11,249 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $30,789 |
| 96.83 % | Acceptance Rates | 81.02 % |
| 14.52 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 20.35 % |
| 1,220 | SAT Score | - |
| 27 | ACT Score | - |
| 44 % | Graduation Rate | 60 % |
| 24 % | Transfer-out Rate | 11 % |
| 83 % | Retention Rate | 80 % |
| 3,336 | Student Population | 2,632 |
| 256 | Number of Faculties | 131 |
| 12 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 14 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services |