Mercyhurst College

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501 E 38th St
Erie, PA 16546
(814) 824-2000
Website: www.mercyhurst.edu
Location: Mid East
Calendar: Trimester

Get a snapshot of Mercyhurst College with this general overview, including student enrollment and graduation rates, average test scores, student demographics, and more.

Mission Statement

Mercyhurst College, a Catholic institution in the liberal arts tradition, is a community of learning dedicated to the lifelong development of the whole person. It strives for academic distinction in each of its programs. Inspired by the vision of the Sisters of Mercy, the College holds in highest esteem the qualities of excellence, compassion, creativity, and service to others. The College integrates its strong foundation in the arts and sciences with focused programs in career preparation, challenging students to think critically, to comprehend the richness of our global community, and to work for positive change. At Mercyhurst, students gather the knowledge, insight, skills and vision necessary to lead fulfilling and productive lives. Guided by its Catholic heritage, Mercyhurst promotes the values of truth, individual integrity, human dignity, mercy and justice.

School Characteristics

Student Population
4,035
Students
Private not-for-profit University
Private not-for-profit
Student Population
$18,093 per year


Length of Study: Four or more years
Religious Affiliation: Roman Catholic

Test Scores & GPA

Average GPA: GPA Unavailable
Average ACT: 22
Average SAT: 1085

School Profile

Total Enrollment: 4,035
Retention Rate: 82%
Graduation Rate: 64%

School Accreditation

National: Yes
Regional: Middle States Assoc. of Colleges and Schools, Comm. on Higher Ed.
Federal: Yes

Male / Female Enrollment

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Total Enrollment

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