Mercyhurst University

Erie, PA • private • II | Northeast Conference

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Overview

Institution Type

private

Campus Setting

Urban

Student Population

Undergrad: 2,534 • Total: 2,965

Academic Calendar

Semester

Address

501 E 38th St
Erie, PA
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Website

www.mercyhurst.edu

Region

Northeast

Carnegie Classification

Carnegie Code: 32

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 1,071 (42.3%) • Female: 1,463 (57.7%)

Race/Ethnicity Distribution

Asian	35	1.4%
Black/African American	139	5.5%
Hispanic/Latino	133	5.2%
White	1,774	70.0%
Two or More Races	15	0.6%
International	128	5.1%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate

83.2%

2,913 admitted from 3,500 applicants

Standardized Testing Policy

✓ Test Optional

Application Types Offered

RD

Application Requirements

—

Financial Aid Forms

FAFSA only

Deadlines

RD:

Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate

58.7%

4-Year Graduation Rate

43.9%

Freshman Retention Rate

78.0%

Student-Faculty Ratio

19.3:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)

$58,580

Tuition + Room & Board + Books

Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)

Tuition: $42,840

Room & Board

$14,540

Books & Supplies

$1,200

Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)

$0-30,000	$22,626
$30,001-48,000	$22,429
$48,001-75,000	$17,197
$75,001-110,000	$21,665
$110,001+	$16,748

Students Receiving Pell Grants

94%

Average Grant/Scholarship Aid

$26,962

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division

II

Conference

Northeast Conference

Men's Sports (12)

Baseball Basketball Cross Country Football Golf Ice Hockey Lacrosse Rowing Soccer Tennis

Women's Sports (14)

Basketball Bowling Cross Country Field Hockey Golf Ice Hockey Lacrosse Other Sports Rowing Soccer

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Common questions about Mercyhurst University

What is Mercyhurst University's acceptance rate?

Mercyhurst University accepts 83% of applicants, from 3,500 applications.

How much does Mercyhurst University cost?

Tuition and fees are $42,840. Families earning under $30,000 pay $22,626 on average after aid.

Does Mercyhurst University require SAT or ACT scores?

Mercyhurst University does not require SAT or ACT scores for admission.

What is Mercyhurst University's graduation rate?

59% of students graduate within six years.