Average

Score: 53/100

Mercy University

4-Year Private Non-Profit

📍 Dobbs Ferry, New York 10522

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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 48%

Outcomes

67/100

Affordability

37/100

Resources

C+

56/100

Experience

B+

77/100

Prestige

32/100

Quick Stats

8,774

Total Enrollment

48%

Graduation Rate

75%

Retention Rate

15.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

85%

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The Mercy University Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $1,033,034
Avg rent near campus: $4,216/mo — vs ~$1,178/mo campus room rate
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 10583 (4.3% cap, Scarsdale)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$21,236	$21,236
Room	$10,600
Board	$4,100
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$42,438	$42,438

Financial Aid

99%

Receive Any Aid

68%

Receive Pell Grants

50%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 332 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 248 grads/yr Psychology, General 157 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 133 grads/yr Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other 93 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 72 grads/yr Social Sciences, General 69 grads/yr Physician Assistant 55 grads/yr Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist 47 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 45 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 41 grads/yr Accounting 38 grads/yr Family Practice Nurse/Nursing 38 grads/yr Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor 37 grads/yr Occupational Therapy/Therapist 35 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 34 grads/yr Mental Health Counseling/Counselor 34 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 31 grads/yr Reading Teacher Education 27 grads/yr Physical Therapy/Therapist 25 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Mercy University's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses

$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs

Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary

$80k/yr 91,600 jobs

Chief executives

$206k/yr 309,400 jobs

Compensation and benefits managers

$140k/yr 20,900 jobs

Human resources managers

$140k/yr 221,900 jobs

Sales managers

$138k/yr 619,500 jobs

Managers, all other

$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs

Training and development managers

$127k/yr 46,400 jobs

Student Demographics

8,774

Total Students

70%

Women

60%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 21%

Hispanic 43%

Black 23%

Asian 6%

Two or More 2%

Non-Resident 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 40%

Hybrid (Some Online) 35%

Fully Online 24%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 60%

25-64 (Adult) 24%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Mercy University?

Mercy University has an acceptance rate of 85%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

How much does it cost to attend Mercy University?

Tuition at Mercy University is $21,236 for in-state students and $21,236 for out-of-state students .

What is the graduation rate at Mercy University?

The graduation rate at Mercy University is 48%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.

Is Mercy University a good school?

Mercy University has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend Mercy University?

Mercy University has a total enrollment of 8,774 students.

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