Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
85.47%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
Mercy University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 85.47%. This means approximately 855 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 5,539 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
85.47%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Middle States Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $22,106 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $22,106 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $32,391 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $15,770 | State avg: $18,893. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 47.33% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 48.89% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Mercy University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$22,106
Room and board
$14,700
Books and supplies
$1,692
Other expenses
$3,940
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$32,391
Average net price
$15,770
Average aid coverage
51%
$16,621 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Mercy University pays approximately $15,770 per year after grants and aid. This is below the New York average of $18,893 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Mercy University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to New York and national averages.
Mercy University net price
$15,770
New York average
$18,893
National average
$17,506
Mercy University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $22,106 and average net price at $15,770. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$22,106
Current net price
$15,770
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
48.10%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$52,055
Undergraduates
5,539
10-Year Median Earnings - Mercy University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Mercy University graduates earn about 1.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Mercy University?
Undergraduates
5,539
Completion rate
48.10%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
47.33%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
48.89%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 47.33% of Mercy University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 48.89% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Mercy University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Mercy University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Mercy University lists Middle States Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Mercy University is listed at 555 Broadway, Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522. Accreditor: Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Mercy University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercy University | 85.47% | $22,106 | $15,770 | $52,055 |
| Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences | 59.08% | $40,375 | $26,027 | $131,426 |
| Helene Fuld College of Nursing | 23.81% | $24,648 | $37,732 | $111,027 |
| SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University | Not available | Not available | Not available | $109,601 |
| Center for Allied Health Education | 18.52% | Not available | $35,431 | $107,249 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mercy University's acceptance rate?
Mercy University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 85.47%.
How much is Mercy University tuition?
Mercy University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $22,106.
What is Mercy University's average net price?
Mercy University's average net price in the local dataset is $15,770.
What does Mercy University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $13,092 for Mercy University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Mercy University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $52,055 for Mercy University.
Is Mercy University accredited?
Mercy University's accreditor in the local dataset is Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Mercy University?
The local dataset lists 5,539 undergraduate students at Mercy University.
What percentage of Mercy University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Mercy University in the local dataset is 47.33%.
What is the federal loan rate at Mercy University?
The federal loan rate for Mercy University in the local dataset is 48.89%.
Where should I verify Mercy University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Mercy University or the latest official federal education data.