Mount Mercy University
About Mount Mercy University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Mount Mercy University is a private university in Cedar Rapids, IA. It has a 75.3% acceptance rate and a 57.4% graduation rate, serving approximately 1,201 students.
Founded
1928
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Students
1,385
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
82.5%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
57.7%
Below national average
Tuition
$40,878
Per year
Avg Net Price
$20,168
After financial aid
SAT Average
N/A
Not reported
Median Earnings
$60,787
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Moderate
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Mount Mercy University accepts the majority of applicants at 82.5%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
N/A
Not reported
ACT Scores
22/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
57.7% complete their degree within six years
Retention
72.8%
4-Year Grad
53%
6-Year Grad
60%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$7.7K
Class Size
Medium
53% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$40,878
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,600
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$55,054
After Financial Aid
$20,168
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$17,070
Receive Grants
26.7%
Take Loans
53.4%
Don't let the $40,878 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $20,168 after financial aid, a 51% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $17,070.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Mount Mercy University fund their education.
While in School
26.7%
Get Grants
Free money
53.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$50,311
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$23,699
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$251/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $23,699 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Mount Mercy University.
Gender
58.6%
Female
41%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,107
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
278
Graduates
28.8%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
17.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 59% of the student body. 28.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 12.3% international students bring global perspectives to campus life.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
1,107
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
4-1-4 calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Mount Mercy University fields 12 varsity teams with 687 student athletes, about 62% of the student body.
Division
NAIA
Division I
Conference
Heart of America
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
12
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
687
62% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
52% / 48%
356
Men
331
Women
9
Men's Teams
11
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Mount Mercy Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$60,787
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$67K
78 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$44K
38 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$40K
27 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
18 grads
Human Resources Management and Services
$49K
17 grads
1yr Earnings
Finance and Financial Management Services
$51K
16 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $53K at six years, $46K at eight, and $61K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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