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ACCEPTANCE RATE

86.44%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

100%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

14:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

6

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$25,128

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Liberal Arts Degree

The liberal arts program at Mercyhurst College prepares students for careers in marketing, sales, business, social media, graphic design, data analysis and management, computer programming, and information technology networking and support. The program focuses in a structured combination of the arts. Program courses include: biological and physical sciences, social sciences, humanities, and independently designed programs of study. Get more details below including other Pennsylvania colleges that offer liberal arts degrees.

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Mercyhurst College

5800 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA

Mercyhurst College provides a variety of program options for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Erie, Pennsylvania and operated as a private institution. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. About four thousand students enroll at Mercyhurst College yearly.

Areas of study offered at Mercyhurst College include:

  • Health And Clinical Professions
  • Security And Protective Services
  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Education
  • Interdisciplinary Studies

Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions staff. Most students admitted to this school earn an SAT score between 1410 - 1740, or an ACT score between 21 - 26. This school accepts approximately 80% of applicants annually. Of those applicants admitted, about 30% attended the school. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $30,000 per year, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students may check the school's price of attendance calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. Housing may be available for students who wish to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $5,400 annually. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is typically offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for Mercyhurst College is the "Lakers", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the NCAA. Available sports offered may include the following:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division II)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division II)
  • Field Hockey (NCAA Division II)
  • Football (NCAA Division II)

Contact information, financial aid information, programs offered, and much more may be accessed on school's website at http://www.mercyhurst.edu.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Liberal Arts program at Mercyhurst College, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Postsecondary Teachers, All Other

Description

All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, postsecondary teachers, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.3% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

    • Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
      • Total Employment: 890
      • Average Annual Salary: $71060
    • Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
      • Total Employment: 130
      • Average Annual Salary: $74040

    Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

    Admission Requirements & Details

    The admissions information below may give an overview of the applicants Mercyhurst College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.

    College Credits Accepted

    • Dual Credits
    • Life Experience Credits
    • AP Course Credits
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    Academics & Student Services

    Student Services

    To support students and graduates, Mercyhurst College may provide services to students including:

    • Distance learning
    • Classes offered on nights and weekends
    • Remedial courses
    • Academic counseling for students
    • Student employment
    • Assistance to find work

    Intercollegiate Athletics

    Mercyhurst College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

    • Baseball (Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference)
    • Basketball (Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference)
    • Field Hockey
    • Football (Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference)
    • Golf
    • Ice Hockey
    • Lacrosse
    • Rowing
    • Soccer
    • Softball
    • Tennis
    • Track and Field, X-Country
    • Volleyball
    • Water Polo
    • Wrestling