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University of Detroit Mercy

Detroit Mercy

Detroit, Michigan 48221-3038

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Strong graduate outcomes — known for health sciences

University of Detroit Mercy is a private institution in Detroit with particular strength in health sciences and biology. With an average SAT of 1136, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 2.3K undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

68% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $71,030 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $16,179.

Established
1877
Motto
Ad maiorem Dei gloriam
Mascot
Tommy Titan
Type
Private university
Conference
each sport
Division
Division I
80%Acceptance
1136SAT Avg
2,289Students
12:1Student:Faculty
68%Grad Rate
$71,030Earnings 10yr
$16,179Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate80.1%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1136

Reading & WritingMid: 575
510630
MathMid: 580
510630

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 26
2228

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$32,300
Room & Board$10,738
Books & Supplies$1,376
Total Cost of Attendance$40,069
Average Net Price$16,179
Median Debt at Graduation$23,250
Monthly Payment (10yr)$246

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$12,616
$30–48K$12,414
$48–75K$15,090
$75–110K$17,762
$110K+$22,663

Programs (111)

Student Body

Undergrads
2,289
Gender Split
64% / 36%
Women / Men
First Generation
29%
Pell Grant Recipients
25%

Race & Ethnicity

White 54%
Black 11%
Hispanic 9%
Asian 7%
Two+ 2%
Int'l 9%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate68.1%
Freshman Retention82.5%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$64,534
8 Years$67,682
10 Years$71,030

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$49,700
Men
$62,300

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Source: Wikipedia

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