C
Average
Score: 53/100
Overall (traditional)
A
Outcome Rating
87/100 · earnings-weighted

UPMC Mercy School of Nursing

2-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15219
ℹ️
Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

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: 80%
Outcomes
B
70/100
Affordability
F
29/100
Resources
C+
56/100
Experience
B+
74/100
Prestige
D
36/100

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

305
Total Enrollment
80%
Graduation Rate
60%
Retention Rate
11.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
74%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at UPMC Mercy School of Nursing, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$68,337
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$68,303
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$14,750
Median debt at graduation
33.3%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
41%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 22% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 96th percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (PA wage index 0.97). 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 UPMC Mercy School of Nursing

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma 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.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$64,745$80,951+1%#30 of 59#31$13,750

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 UPMC Mercy School of Nursing Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $153,362
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,725/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 15210 (9.3% cap, Mount Oliver)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $14,190 $14,190
Total Cost (On-Campus) $30,801 $30,801

Financial Aid

80%
Receive Any Aid
20%
Receive Pell Grants
80%
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 65 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from UPMC Mercy School of Nursing's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs

Student Demographics

305
Total Students
87%
Women
37%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 61%
Hispanic 6%
Black 26%
Asian 1%
Two or More 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 89%
Hybrid (Some Online) 11%
Fully Online 1%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 37%
25-64 (Adult) 63%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at UPMC Mercy School of Nursing?
UPMC Mercy School of Nursing has an acceptance rate of 74%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend UPMC Mercy School of Nursing?
Tuition at UPMC Mercy School of Nursing is $14,190 for in-state students and $14,190 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at UPMC Mercy School of Nursing?
The graduation rate at UPMC Mercy School of Nursing is 80%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is UPMC Mercy School of Nursing a good school?
UPMC Mercy School of Nursing has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): 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 UPMC Mercy School of Nursing?
UPMC Mercy School of Nursing has a total enrollment of 305 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology