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Mercy College of Ohio

Mercy College

Toledo, Ohio 43604-1132

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Strong graduate outcomes — known for health sciences

Mercy College of Ohio is a private urban institution in Toledo, Ohio. The school is accessible to a wide range of students, with an average SAT of 961.

A small campus of 982 undergraduates with a 7:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

45% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $65,409 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $15,709.

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43%Acceptance
961SAT Avg
982Students
7:1Student:Faculty
45%Grad Rate
$65,409Earnings 10yr
$15,709Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Mercy College of Ohio Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate42.8%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 961

Reading & WritingMid: 434
420570
MathMid: 395
430500

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 19
1522

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

42.8%

Trend

SAT Avg

961

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$18,950
Books & Supplies$1,350
Total Cost of Attendance$26,491
Average Net Price$15,709
Median Debt at Graduation$20,834
Monthly Payment (10yr)$221

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$14,821
$48–75K$15,609
$75–110K$14,767
$110K+$17,382

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

31.1%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$15,084

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

7

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

2

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

2

Drug Arrests

1

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (25)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

86%

Mixed
  • 86% first-year retention rate
  • Active student organizations
  • Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
982
Gender Split
89% / 11%
Women / Men
First Generation
49%
Pell Grant Recipients
36%

Race & Ethnicity

White 68%
Black 17%
Hispanic 8%
Asian 2%
Two+ 4%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate44.6%
Freshman Retention85.7%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$61,877
10 Years$65,409

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
3
vs 2024

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

DTW Detroit40 mi
CLE Cleveland90 mi
CMH Columbus120 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA643 mi · ~18h 35m drive
New York, NY500 mi · ~14h 27m drive
Hartford, CT561 mi · ~16h 12m drive
Providence, RI625 mi · ~18h 3m drive
Albany, NY506 mi · ~14h 37m drive
Syracuse, NY390 mi · ~11h 16m drive
Rochester, NY320 mi · ~9h 15m drive
Buffalo, NY254 mi · ~7h 20m drive
Philadelphia, PA454 mi · ~13h 7m drive
Pittsburgh, PA204 mi · ~5h 54m drive
Harrisburg, PA361 mi · ~10h 26m drive
Newark, NJ492 mi · ~14h 13m drive
Washington, DC392 mi · ~11h 19m drive
Baltimore, MD400 mi · ~11h 33m drive
Atlanta, GA548 mi · ~15h 50m drive
Charlotte, NC468 mi · ~13h 31m drive
Raleigh, NC485 mi · ~14h 1m drive
Miami, FL1115 mi · ~32h 13m drive
Orlando, FL915 mi · ~26h 26m drive
Tampa, FL949 mi · ~27h 25m drive
Nashville, TN417 mi · ~12h 3m drive
New Orleans, LA887 mi · ~25h 37m drive
Richmond, VA432 mi · ~12h 29m drive
Chicago, IL211 mi · ~6h 6m drive
Detroit, MI53 mi · ~1h 32m drive
Minneapolis, MN539 mi · ~15h 34m drive
St. Louis, MO409 mi · ~11h 49m drive
Kansas City, MO606 mi · ~17h 30m drive
Indianapolis, IN189 mi · ~5h 28m drive
Columbus, OH121 mi · ~3h 30m drive
Cleveland, OH97 mi · ~2h 48m drive
Milwaukee, WI242 mi · ~6h 59m drive
Dallas, TX951 mi · ~27h 28m drive
Houston, TX1054 mi · ~30h 27m drive
Austin, TX1115 mi · ~32h 13m drive
San Antonio, TX1188 mi · ~34h 19m drive
Los Angeles, CA1950 mi · ~56h 20m drive
San Francisco, CA2065 mi · ~59h 39m drive
San Diego, CA1936 mi · ~55h 56m drive
Seattle, WA1929 mi · ~55h 44m drive
Portland, OR1956 mi · ~56h 30m drive
Denver, CO1128 mi · ~32h 35m drive
Phoenix, AZ1653 mi · ~47h 45m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1468 mi · ~42h 25m drive
Honolulu, HI4460 mi · ~128h 51m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Detroit (DTW)40 miles
Rental car
60 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
80 min$48-80
Cleveland (CLE)90 miles
Rental car
135 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
180 min$108-180

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