Mount Mercy University

Type	4 year, Private
Business Model	Non Profit
Campus locale	City: Midsize
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system	4-1-4

Student body size	Small
Dormitory capacity	561
Religious affiliation	Catholic
Student to faculty ratio	14 to 1
Acceptance rate	81%
Students retention rate	78%
On-time graduation rate	60%

Located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Mount Mercy University is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The university operates on a 4-1-4 calendar system, allowing students to engage in intensive study during the two shorter terms. This unique academic structure provides students with the opportunity to explore specialized areas of interest or complete internships, enhancing their overall educational experience.

The acceptance rate of 81% indicates that Mount Mercy University is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Mount Mercy University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 14-to-1, Mount Mercy University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Mount Mercy University boasts an impressive student retention rate of 78% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 86% and 74%, respectively.

Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
The institution provides on-campus housing
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Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

81%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$36,540

Cost of attendance at Mount Mercy University in 2022 for students from Iowa.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Iowa's average	$9,543
National average	$30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$36,540

Cost of attendance at Mount Mercy University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Iowa's average	$25,701
National average	$30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at Mount Mercy University received on average $24,399 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$24,399

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	78	35%	$4,320	$336,996
Other Federal Grant	79	35%	$4,662	$368,292
State Grant/Scholarships	94	42%	$5,279	$496,254
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	223	100%	$20,522	$4,576,385
Total Grant & Scholarships	223	100%	$24,399	$5,440,931

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Mount Mercy University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Mount Mercy University students is 59.9%. Female students graduated at a rate of 60.7%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 57.6%.

59.9%

asian 40.0% 2 students
African American 35.7% 5 students
white 64.2% 115 students
unknown 40.0% 2 students
International Students 46.7% 7 students
Mixed Race 28.6% 2 students

Sport Conferences

Baseball Heart of America Athletic Conference
Basketball Heart of America Athletic Conference
Track and Cross Country Heart of America Athletic Conference

Athletic Associations

National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)

Service Offerings

Mount Mercy University provides the following additional services to its students

Remedial services
Placement services for graduates
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Mount Mercy University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.

Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

Weekend/evening classes
Study abroad
Teacher certification

Veteran Services

Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
Recognized student veteran organization
Credit for military training
Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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