ADMISSIONS AND AID

Undergraduate Admissions

Since its founding in 1926, Mercyhurst University has prided itself on providing a premier, affordable liberal arts education that blends real-world, hands-on experience with the skills necessary to prepare graduates for meaningful careers. Mercyhurst currently educates more than 2,000 undergraduate students in 60 academic programs on our picturesque, 75-acre residential campus located in Erie, Pennsylvania.

Graduate Admissions

Mercyhurst University graduate programs provide students with engaging learning experiences and unrivaled access to faculty. Mercyhurst offers some of the region's best online and on-campus graduate programs in Criminal Justice Administration, Data Science, Organizational Leadership, Physician Assistant Studies, Secondary Education, Cybersecurity, and Special Education/Applied Disability Studies.

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Associate Degree Students

A certificate or associate degree from Mercyhurst serves as an excellent first step toward the start of a bachelor's degree, or to qualify for immediate employment in today's most in-demand careers.

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Transfer Students

Mercyhurst's REACH curriculum makes transferring convenient and accessible. Mercyhurst accepts courses from most accredited institutions and ensures that transferring doesn't slow down the time to graduation.

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International Students

Mercyhurst's premier academic programs, tight-knit academic community, and strong faculty-student relationships attract students from around the world. Students from more than 40 countries are currently represented in our international student community.

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Veteran Students

Veteran students enjoy a supportive and engaging experience with understanding faculty and dedicated resources. Our Veterans Services Program Manager can help students to evaluate benefits, process their enrollment, and provide career and academic advising.

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Adult Students

Whether beginning college for the first time or resuming a degree after some time off, Mercyhurst provides educational opportunities for adult students that provide the necessary  flexibility, while still offering high-quality and affordable learning opportunities.

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Online Students

Mercyhurst University’s online opportunities bring the engaging classroom experience, standout faculty, and cutting-edge learning resources of a Mercyhurst education to students anywhere in the world.

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School Counselors

High school guidance counselors, transfer coordinators, international agents, independent counselors are essential partners in helping students assess their educational opportunities and navigate the admissions process. 

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