Mercyhurst University
Faith-based college · Erie, PA · 2,191 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
81%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
—
ACT (middle 50%)
—
Average net price
$26,486
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$60,498
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
61%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Mercyhurst University?
Mercyhurst University accepts about 81 of every 100 applicants (81%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The latest federal data says Mercyhurst University is test-blind (SAT and ACT scores aren’t considered), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Mercyhurst University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Mercyhurst University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $60,498 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $26,486 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $47,270 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$47,270
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$47,270
- Room & board$15,722
- Total cost of attendance$60,498
- Average net price after grants$26,486
Popular majors
Business, Health Professions & Nursing, Criminal Justice, Biology, Education.
Mercyhurst University FAQ
- What is Mercyhurst University's acceptance rate?
- 81% — accessible.
- Is Mercyhurst University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Mercyhurst University is test-blind (SAT and ACT scores aren’t considered), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Mercyhurst University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Mercyhurst University cost?
- About $60,498 a year before aid; $26,486 on average after grants.
- What is Mercyhurst University's FAFSA school code?
- 003297. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Mercyhurst University receives your information.
- What is Mercyhurst University's graduation rate?
- 61% of students finish within six years.
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