The programs and services of the Adult College are open to any adult who graduated from high school or earned a GED at least five years ago. Those who graduated less than five years ago who are veterans, married, or financially independent from their parents may also qualify. Adults wishing to complete undergraduate coursework through the Adult College may apply as one of the following:
- adults who have never before attended college
- adults who have attended college at some point in the past
- adults who have previously attended Mercyhurst Adult College
- students who are currently enrolled in another college or university and wish to complete one or more courses at Mercyhurst