At a glance
Average net price
$20,168
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
57.7%
Admission rate
83%
Undergrad size
1,107
In-state tuition
$40,878
Out-of-state tuition
$40,878
Cost of attendance
$55,054
Median earnings (10y)
$60,787
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 72.8%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
16 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by business (31%), health (28%), social sciences (22%).
- STEM4%
- Health28%
- Business31%
- Humanities & arts8%
- Social sciences22%
- Trades & services7%
- Business31.0%~343 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Health professions28.4%~314 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Education12.9%~143 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology5.5%~61 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~50 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Liberal arts4.2%~46 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~29 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~29 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~25 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~21 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science1.0%~11 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences1.0%~11 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~7 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~7 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication0.7%~7 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~4 students/yr · STEMCompare 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 | 183 | $57,547 | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 112 | $64,297 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 64 | $39,647 | $30,687 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 51 | $36,384 | $27,000 |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Bachelor's | 41 | $39,879 | $29,225 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 38 | $28,097 | $26,882 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master's | 38 | $43,264 | — |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 38 | $41,591 | $27,000 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | 37 | $52,232 | $33,583 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 30 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor's | 29 | — | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 29 | $42,894 | $25,250 |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Master's | 29 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 28 | — | $27,000 |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 27 | $33,397 | $25,677 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 23 | $50,444 | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 21 | $30,427 | $25,500 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Public Health. | Master's | 16 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 16 | $72,108 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | First professional | 14 | — | — |
| Health Professions Education, Ethics, and Humanities. | Master's | 12 | — | — |
| Hospitality Administration/Management. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master's | 9 | — | — |
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master's | 7 | — | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Master's | 7 | — | — |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Education, Other. | Master's | 6 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 5 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Master's | 5 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
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 Mount Mercy University
Mount Mercy University is a mid-sized institution located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,107 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Health professions, Education.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Mount Mercy University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $20,168 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $40,878 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $55,054 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 57.7%, a above-average completion outcome. 72.8% 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 $60,787 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Mount Mercy University confers degrees and certificates across 16 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Health professions, Education. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by business (31% of credentials), health (28% of credentials), social sciences (22% 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
Mount Mercy University accepts 83% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission.
Location & campus
Set in Cedar Rapids, Iowa (city), Mount Mercy University draws students from across Iowa 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 Mount Mercy University
Q.How much does Mount Mercy University cost?
The average net price at Mount Mercy University is $20,168 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $55,054.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Mount Mercy University?
Mount Mercy University has a 6-year graduation rate of 57.7% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Mount Mercy University?
Mount Mercy University admits 83% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Mount Mercy University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Mount Mercy University graduate earns $60,787 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Mount Mercy University?
Published tuition is $40,878 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Mount Mercy University located?
Mount Mercy University is located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa (ZIP 52402).
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 Mount Mercy University at their official website.