Mercyhurst University
Mercyhurst University is a Private (not-for-profit), 4 or more years school located in Erie, PA. It is classified as Master's College and University (medium programs) by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Doctor's degree - research/scholarship.
The 2021 tuition & fees of Mercyhurst University is $41,350. 99% of the enrolled undergraduate students have received grants or scholarships and the average aid amount is $25,128.
The school has a total enrollment of 2,685 and the student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1 (7.14%).
The average earning after 10 years of graduation is $44,200. The salary range after graduation from Mercyhurst University varies by field of study and the average salary range $24,000 to $45,000.
Directory Information
| Address | 501 E 38th St, Erie, PA 16546 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 814-824-2000 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | Veterans Benefit Information |
| Athletic | Athletic Team Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Sevices |
| School Type | Private (not-for-profit), 4 or more years |
| Carnegie Category | Master's College and University (medium programs) |
| Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree - research/scholarship |
2021 Tuition & Fees and 2022 Estimation
For undergraduate school, the 2021 tuition and fees of Mercyhurst University are $41,350. For graduate programs, its 2021 graduate school tuition and fees are $16,565.
The estimated 2022 tuition & fees are $42,565 based on the tuition changes over the past five years. The estimated 2022 graduate school tuition & fees are $17,118.
The average earning in 10 years after graduation from the school is $44,200. The average salary varies depending on the field of study where the Finance program shows the highest salary with $45,000 after graduating.
| Undergraduate | $41,350 |
|---|---|
| Graduate | $16,565 |
*Updated with 2021 tuition data: source: NCES (National Center for Education Statistics)
| Undergraduate | $42,565 |
|---|---|
| Graduate | $17,118 |
The estimation for 2021-2022 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
2021 Key Stats
The Acceptance rate at Mercyhurst University is 86% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 23%. The average graduation rate is 68%. Total 2,685 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school). Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.
| Admission Stats » | 86% Acceptance Rate / 23% Yield |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate » | 68% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 24% |
| Retention Rate | 78%(full-time), 100% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 7.14% (14 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 2,685 (2,381 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $25,128 |
| Average Earning After 10 years of graduation | $44,200 |
| Average Salary by Field of Study | $24,000 - $45,000 |
Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services
Mercyhurst University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers. The next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.
| Online Class | Undergraduate, Graduate |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Army |
| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
It provides several student services including remedial services, academic/career counseling services, employment services for students, Placement services for completers.
| Remedial services | Yes |
|---|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Library facilities at institution | Various Library Facilities Provided |
Campus Life
The following table illustrates the special characteristics of Mercyhurst University. The school is religiously affiliated with Roman Catholic. It has dormitories (or campus-owned housing) and its capacity is 1,900. It also offers separate board/meal plans and the annual cost is $6,460.
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
|---|---|
| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | Yes |
| Dormitory Capacity | 1,900 |
