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… 2026 Graduation Schedule of Events Thursday, May 7, 2026 New Alumni Welcome Reception , 5:30 p.m. | Mercy Heritage Room Graduates should check their email for the invitation details and registration page beginning April 7. Thursday, May 14, 2026 Senior Class Gift Presentation Senior Awards Ceremony , 4 p.m. | PAC | Livestream Link Friday, May 15, 2026 - Erie Insurance Arena Graduate Ceremony , 11 a.m. Undergraduate Ceremony , 2 p.m. Farewell Reception , 4:30 p.m. | MAC Saturday, May 16, 2026…
… College Affordability and Transparency Act (PA Act 69) In 2024, Pennsylvania enacted new legislation aimed at increasing financial transparency in higher education. The College Affordability and Transparency Act (PA Act 69) requires Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs) to provide students with more comprehensive financial information. Additionally, the law establishes mandatory exit counseling for students. Act Requirements Student Fee Transparency Institutions must post online all…
… 2 Degrees, 5 Years: 4+1 Programs Eligible undergraduate students enrolled at Mercyhurst University can earn a four-year bachelor’s degree and a two-year master’s degree in just five years! 4+1 programs help you get ahead by providing the opportunity to take graduate-level courses during your junior and/or senior years. You’ll still graduate on time with your class before seamlessly transitioning to a Master of Science program for one extra year. The skills you’ll develop in these graduate…
… Undergraduate Majors Your success is our success. A Mercyhurst education focuses on providing you with hands-on experiences in and outside the classroom that are essential to post-grad success. Every step of your undergraduate career will present you with new opportunities to explore your passions, overcome challenges, and grow as a professional. We're committed to ensuring close mentorship, strong academic support, and a variety of educational opportunities for all of our Lakers. We…
… Early Childhood Education (PreK-4) | Special Education (PreK-12) Bachelor of Science | Bachelor of Arts Teach. Anyone. Anywhere. At Mercyhurst University, our Department of Education prepares future teachers to lead with purpose, compassion, and expertise. Rooted in a deep commitment to social justice and academic excellence, our undergraduate programs equip students to make a meaningful impact in today’s diverse classrooms. Choose from three state-certified, nationally recognized pathways:…
… Undergraduate Admissions Your Future as a Laker Awaits! A Mercyhurst education prepares you for a rewarding career, while equipping you with the support, confidence, and determination to help create a better world. It's time to seize the day. Get to Know Mercyhurst Campus Visits and Events Visiting Mercyhurst’s picturesque campus in Erie, Pennsylvania, is one of the best ways to get to know what living the Laker Life is all about. Many current Mercyhurst students can recount their first…
… Employment Opportunities at Mercyhurst Join the Mercyhurst Community! Mercyhurst University seeks to attract, develop, and retain quality and committed faculty, staff, and administration. With hospitality central to the Mercy Mission, we’re committed to building a culturally diverse workplace that resembles the world we seek to serve. We believe our students’ educations are best served through a challenging learning experience that defies sameness of thought and offers exposure to unfamiliar…
… Learners minor will open a variety of employment opportunities. Learning to teach English as an additional language adds to a pre-service teacher’s skill and enhances the resume of those working with refugees and New Americans. Students not only learn the methods for teaching English language learners but also the language acquisition theories, socio-cultural influences, and program development strategies, which make them more culturally sensitive and effective instructors and leaders.…
… Mercyhurst University and Allegheny College announce 4+1 graduate pathway in education Thursday, April 02, 2026 New articulation agreement provides accelerated route to master’s degrees in Secondary Education and Special Education. Image Mercyhurst University and Allegheny College have announced a new articulation agreement that creates an accelerated pathway for Allegheny College students to earn graduate degrees in education at Mercyhurst. The agreement establishes a 4+1 program allowing…
… REACH Curriculum Whatever your goal, it's within your reach with a Mercyhurst education! It’s not uncommon for students to apply, accept and enroll at a college or university without knowing what he or she is going to study. For many, college actually provides the perfect opportunity to explore their passions, skills and talents — interests that can easily translate into a future career. According to The Mentor, an academic advising journal, an estimated 20-50 percent of incoming college…