Known for health sciences — excellent value
Mercy University is a private institution in Dobbs Ferry with particular strength in health sciences and business.
A mid-sized campus of 5.5K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
48% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $52,055 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $15,770.
Established
1950
Motto
Latin: Inserviendo consumere
Mascot
Maverick or Mav
Type
Private research university
Conference
Division II level of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
Division
Division II
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85%Acceptance
—SAT Avg
5,539Students
15:1Student:Faculty
48%Grad Rate
$52,055Earnings 10yr
$15,770Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate85.5%
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$22,106
Room & Board$14,700
Books & Supplies$1,692
Total Cost of Attendance$32,391
Average Net Price$15,770
Median Debt at Graduation$19,637
Monthly Payment (10yr)$208
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$13,092
$30–48K$14,487
$48–75K$17,042
$75–110K$20,273
$110K+$23,124
Programs (83)
Student Body
Undergrads
5,539
Gender Split
68% / 32%
Women / Men
First Generation
42%
Pell Grant Recipients
47%
Race & Ethnicity
White 15%
Black 24%
Hispanic 49%
Asian 5%
Two+ 2%
Int'l 2%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate48.1%
Freshman Retention75.0%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$44,969
8 Years$49,047
10 Years$52,055
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$42,600
Men
$49,100
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia