Mercy University — acceptance rate 85%, tuition $21,236Mercy University campus, Dobbs Ferry, NY. Photo: Hugo L. González, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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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
B
67/100
Affordability
D
37/100
Resources
C+
56/100
Experience
B+
77/100
Prestige
D
32/100
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
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
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Mercy University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$52,055
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$44,969
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$19,637
Median debt at graduation
45.7%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
25
Median ACT
50.1%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 38% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 27th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NY wage index 1.10). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Mercy University
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
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.
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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