University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit Mercy
Detroit, Michigan 48221-3038
Data last updated: May 29, 2026
Campus Vibe
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.
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1136
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
69.0%
Median Debt at Grad
$19,950
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
17
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Programs (111)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
82%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
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History & Fun Facts
- •History University of Detroit Mercy's origin dates back to 1877 with the founding of Detroit College near downtown Detroit by the Society of Jesus, under the leadership of John Baptist Miège.
- •The college became the University of Detroit in 1911, and in 1927 John P.
- •In 1941, the Sisters of Mercy opened Mercy College of Detroit.
- •In 1990, these two institutions consolidated to become University of Detroit Mercy.
Source: Wikipedia
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