MERCYHURST UNIVERSITY, ERIE, PA
Founded in 1926 by the Sisters of Mercy, Mercyhurst University offers students a liberal arts and sciences education. The campus is situated on a picturesque 75-acre campus overlooking Lake Erie. This Catholic university offers an education infused with the values of service and hospitality.
Quick Facts:
• Type: Private
• Undergraduate Enrollment: 2,292
• Admit Rate: 83%
• Financial Aid Forms Required: FAFSA
• Retention Rate: 77%
Curriculum Highlights:
• Offers 60+ programs from business to health sciences
• Focus on global perspective – 25% of students study abroad in various countries including on sister campus in Dungarvan Ireland
• Liberal arts and sciences tradition highlighting interdisciplinary learning
• Dual Advising System – Faculty Advisor and Academic Coach
• Advising Day each year when classes cancelled and everyone can focus on career
Student Body:
• Mercyhurst Lakers compete in DI Northeast Conference for all sports (newly added Track & Field and Women’s Flag Football)
• 80+ clubs and organizations
• Single sex and co-ed living available – dorms and apartment style options
• Traditions include Hurst Day annual carnival (classes cancelled), Spring Fest with concert
• Strong learning support services for neurodiverse students, since 1986, including those on autism spectrum, by application
• Autism Initiative at Mercyhurst (AIM) since 2008 (fee-based)
• Brad McGarry Center for Neurodiversity established in 2022
• Tutoring and writing center open to all students
• Other academic support programs are available for a fee
• Most students from PA/OH area, but draws from all over
Admissions Process:
• Holistic admissions process focusing on academics, activities outside of class and character
• Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis starting in September
Financials:
• Need and merit offered
• Most students receive some form of financial aid
photo courtesy Mercyhurst University
