At a glance
Average net price
$14,072
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
45.7%
Admission rate
86%
Undergrad size
5,735
In-state tuition
$22,880
Out-of-state tuition
$22,880
Cost of attendance
$32,596
Median earnings (10y)
$52,055
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- 25
- Retention
- 75.7%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
20 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by health (37%), social sciences (25%), business (14%).
- STEM8%
- Health37%
- Business14%
- Humanities & arts8%
- Social sciences25%
- Trades & services9%
- Health professions37.3%~2,136 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business14.0%~801 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Psychology10.9%~625 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences5.8%~335 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~326 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Computer science3.5%~204 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~194 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education3.3%~190 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~181 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication2.5%~141 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Liberal arts2.1%~122 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Agriculture1.5%~86 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- English1.4%~81 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Legal1.3%~77 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~77 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~54 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.6%~36 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History0.5%~32 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~18 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~18 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 648 | $115,215 | $35,500 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 342 | $38,813 | $26,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 269 | $30,209 | $26,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 247 | $59,719 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 200 | $44,278 | — |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other. | Bachelor's | 196 | $30,333 | $28,000 |
| Social Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 187 | $40,285 | $26,978 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 166 | $31,947 | $25,000 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 114 | — | $33,687 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master's | 104 | $119,798 | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master's | 99 | $47,163 | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master's | 89 | $58,429 | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 87 | — | $28,250 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master's | 86 | $63,699 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 78 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 73 | $120,372 | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Master's | 69 | $65,789 | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 65 | $41,334 | $27,000 |
| Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language. | Graduate certificate | 63 | — | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 63 | — | $26,000 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 60 | — | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | First professional | 58 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 52 | $23,554 | $27,000 |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Master's | 52 | — | — |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master's | 47 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master's | 45 | $60,732 | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Master's | 44 | $45,154 | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 43 | $106,401 | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 43 | $60,941 | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate's | 43 | $38,218 | $31,125 |
| Health Professions Education, Ethics, and Humanities. | Master's | 43 | — | — |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor's | 42 | — | — |
| Human Services, General. | Bachelor's | 41 | $35,942 | $28,500 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Bachelor's | 40 | — | $29,833 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 39 | — | $25,520 |
| Psychology, General. | Master's | 39 | $43,037 | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Master's | 36 | $68,576 | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 36 | $27,973 | $27,000 |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 35 | $26,599 | $26,750 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master's | 35 | $66,128 | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Mercy University
Mercy University is a large institution located in Dobbs Ferry, New York, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 5,735 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Business, Psychology.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Mercy University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $14,072 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $22,880 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $32,596 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 45.7%, a average completion outcome. 75.7% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $52,055 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Mercy University confers degrees and certificates across 20 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Business, Psychology. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by health (37% of credentials), social sciences (25% of credentials), business (14% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Mercy University accepts 86% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 25.
Location & campus
Set in Dobbs Ferry, New York (suburb), Mercy University draws students from across New York and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Mercy University
Q.How much does Mercy University cost?
The average net price at Mercy University is $14,072 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $32,596.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Mercy University?
Mercy University has a 6-year graduation rate of 45.7% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Mercy University?
Mercy University admits 86% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Mercy University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Mercy University graduate earns $52,055 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Mercy University?
Published tuition is $22,880 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Mercy University located?
Mercy University is located in Dobbs Ferry, New York (ZIP 10522).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Mercy University at their official website.