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Contact
Admissions Office
Address
Admissions
501 E 38th St
Erie, PA 165460001
501 E 38th St
Erie, PA 165460001
Phone
800-825-1926
Email
admission@mercyhurst.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
Performing Arts Center
Mercyhurst Athletic Center
Library
Student Union
Ice Rink
Mercyhurst Athletic Center
Library
Student Union
Ice Rink
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Presque Isle State Park
Dobbin's Landing
Millcreek Mall
Peek and Peak Golf and Ski Resort
Dobbin's Landing
Millcreek Mall
Peek and Peak Golf and Ski Resort
Campus Tours
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times: Monday-Friday, 9:00, 10:00, 11:00, 1:00 and 2:00
Average Length: 1 hour
Dates: Year-round
Times: Monday-Friday, 9:00, 10:00, 11:00, 1:00 and 2:00
Average Length: 1 hour
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
Yes
Information Sessions
Available
Times
Open House (fall)
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Coach Directly
Advance Notice
2 weeks
Contact Email Address for Visit
athletics@mercyhurst.edu
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Available
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
Taxi, public transportation (bus), and Amtrak. The closest airoport is Erie International Airport.
Mercyhurst also provides it's own shuttle!
Driving Instructions to Campus
From Exit 27: State Street Exit-take Rt. 97 North for one mile. Right at Jct 505 onto Old French Road. Continue to East 38th Street. Turn right, four blocks to Mercyhurst College, on right side.
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Overview
Applicants: 2,938
Acceptance Rate: 75%
Average HS GPA: 3.37
SAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
470 - 580
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
470 - 570
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
21 - 26
Testing Policies
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Rigor of Secondary School Record
Class Rank
Academic GPA
Standardized Test Scores
Selectivity Rating
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Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
14:1
Total Faculty
260
with Terminal Degree
117
131
Women
129
Men
16
Minority
7
International
Most frequent class size
20 - 29
Most frequent lab / sub section size
10 - 19
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Graduate in 5 years
Graduate in 6 years
Majors
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biochemistry.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting.
Business Administration and Management, General.
Fashion Merchandising.
Hospitality Administration/Management, General.
International Business/Trade/Commerce.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Communication and Media Studies.
Communication, General.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
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EDUCATION.
Art Teacher Education.
Biology Teacher Education.
Business Teacher Education.
Chemistry Teacher Education.
Education, General.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
English/Language Arts Teacher Education.
Foreign Language Teacher Education.
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching.
Mathematics Teacher Education.
Music Teacher Education.
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education.
Social Studies Teacher Education.
Special Education and Teaching, General.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Art Therapy/Therapist.
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.
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HISTORY.
History, General.
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HOMELAND SECURITY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIREFIGHTING AND RELATED PROTECTIVE SERVICES.
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies.
Forensic Science and Technology.
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LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, General.
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MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
Cognitive Science.
International/Global Studies.
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.
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PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Philosophy.
Religion/Religious Studies.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Chemistry, General.
Geology/Earth Science, General.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Psychology, General.
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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
Social Work.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Anthropology.
Political Science and Government, General.
Sociology.
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THEOLOGY AND RELIGIOUS VOCATIONS.
Religious Education.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Dance, General.
Fine/Studio Arts, General.
Graphic Design.
Interior Design.
Music Performance, General.
Music, General.
Degrees
Bachelor's
Doctoral
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Doctoral
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Opportunities at School
Coop
Experiential
Internship
Notable Faculty
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Graduate in 5 years
Graduate in 6 years
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Opportunities at School
Coop
Experiential
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Dates
Application Deadlines
May 1
Notification Date
Feb 15
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$15,922
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$14,764
Average Need-Based Loan
$4,422
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition
$29,600
Required Fees
$1,885
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$1,000
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
$0
Transportation for Commuters
$0
On-Campus Room and Board
$10,800
Comprehensive Fee
$42,285
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Non-Need-Based
Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct PLUS Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
Federal Perkins Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
2,680
Demographics
1.04%
Asian
4.44%
Black
2.13%
Hispanic
77.13%
Caucasian
7.09%
Unknown
7.69%
International
56% female
44% male
48% are out of state
95% are full time
5% are part time
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
68%
Help finding off-campus housing
No
First-Year Students living on campus
93%
Campus Environment
Small Urban
91/99
Housing Options
Apartment Single
Dorms Coed
Dorms Coed
Dorms Female
Dorms Male
Theme Housing
Dorms Male
Theme Housing
Special Needs Admissions
Program / Service Name
Learning Differences Program
Type of Program
For all students with disabilities
Director
Elaine Ruggiero
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No
Documentation Required for LD
Recent psychological evaluation including achievement and WAIS scores administered within the last three years A written statement from a licensed psychologist, learning disabilities specialist or educational professional documenting the student's diagnosis, specific functional limitations and demonstrate the need for specific accommodations.Documentation Required for ADHD
Recent psychological evaluation including achievement and WAIS scores administered within the last three years A written statement from a licensed psychologist, learning disabilities specialist or educational professional documenting the student's diagnosis, specific functional limitations and demonstrate the need for specific accommodations.Special Need Services Offered
Calculator allowed in exams
Yes
Dictionary allowed in exams
No
Computer allowed in exams
Yes
Spellchecker allowed in exams
Yes
Extended test time
Yes
Scribes
Yes
Proctors
Yes
Oral exams
Yes
Notetakers
Yes
Distraction-free environment
Yes
Accommodation for students with ADHD
Yes
Reading machine
Yes
Other assistive technology
Yes
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
80
Number of Honor Societies
9
Number of Social Sororities
0
Number of Religious Organizations
2
Sports
Athletic Division
Division II
Men's Sports (Lakers)
13 Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Cheerleading
Crew Rowing
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Tennis
Water Polo
Wrestling
Basketball
Cheerleading
Crew Rowing
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Tennis
Water Polo
Wrestling
Women's Sports (Lakers)
13 Sports
Basketball
Cheerleading
Crew Rowing
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Volleyball
Water Polo
Cheerleading
Crew Rowing
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Volleyball
Water Polo
Student Services
Health
Army ROTC Offered on-campus
LGBT Support Groups: lakernet.mercyhurst.edu/organizations/org-details.php?id=447
Minority Support Groups: lakernet.mercyhurst.edu/organizations/org-details.php?id=407
Army ROTC Offered on-campus
Sustainability
95/99
School Has Formal Sustainability Committee
Yes
Sustainability-focused degree available
Yes
School employs a sustainability officer
Yes
Public GHG inventory plan
Yes
% food budget spent on local/organic food
25%
Available Transportation Alternatives
Car Sharing Program
No
Carpool/Vanpool Matching Program
No
Free Or Reduced Price Transit Passes And/Or Free Campus Shuttle
Yes
Incentives Or Programs To Encourage Employees To Live Close To Campus
No
Indoor And Secure Bike Storage, Shower Facilities, And Lockers For Bicycle Commuters
No
Reduced Parking Fees For Car And Van Poolers
No
School Adopted A Policy Prohibiting Idling
No
School Developed Bicycle Plan
No
Campus Security Report
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety
The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available. Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education: https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/
Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
Fee for Network Use
No
Partnerships with Technology Companies
No
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
Yes
