University of Detroit Mercy
Faith-based college · Detroit, MI · 2,438 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
75%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1030–1260
ACT (middle 50%)
22–28
Average net price
$13,469
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$42,754
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
74%
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 University of Detroit Mercy?
University of Detroit Mercy accepts about 75 of every 100 applicants (75%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1030 and 1260 on the SAT. A score at or above 1260 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1030, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 22–28.
The latest federal data says University of Detroit Mercy is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on University of Detroit Mercy's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does University of Detroit Mercy cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $42,754 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $13,469 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 $33,604 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$33,604
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$33,604
- Room & board$11,280
- Total cost of attendance$42,754
- Average net price after grants$13,469
Popular majors
Engineering, Biology, Health Professions & Nursing, Business.
University of Detroit Mercy FAQ
- What is University of Detroit Mercy's acceptance rate?
- 75% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for University of Detroit Mercy?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1030–1260. Aim for 1260 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for University of Detroit Mercy?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 22–28.
- Is University of Detroit Mercy test-optional?
- The latest federal data says University of Detroit Mercy is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on University of Detroit Mercy's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does University of Detroit Mercy cost?
- About $42,754 a year before aid; $13,469 on average after grants.
- What is University of Detroit Mercy's FAFSA school code?
- 002323. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so University of Detroit Mercy receives your information.
- What is University of Detroit Mercy's graduation rate?
- 74% of students finish within six years.
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