Mount Mercy University
Acceptance
83%
Tuition
$40,878
Grad Rate (4yr)
54%
Retention
73%
Earnings
$60,787
AI Overview
Nestled in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University stands out for its career-focused programs in conservation and natural resources—unusual strengths for a small liberal arts college. The campus fosters a close-knit, supportive atmosphere where faculty know students by name, making it ideal for those who learn best through personal mentorship rather than large lecture halls. With a 79% acceptance rate, the university welcomes motivated students ready to explore hands-on learning in fields from environmental studies to communications.
AI-generated interpretation, separate from the federal statistics on this page · refreshed Mar 2026
SAT Score Range
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ACT Score Range
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Tuition
$40,878
Room & Board
$11,600
Average Net Price
$20,168
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants & scholarships
Receive Pell Grants
27%
Take Federal Loans
53%
Median Debt at Graduation
$23,699
6-Year Graduation Rate
1st Year Retention Rate
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
$60,787Median Debt
At graduation for completers
$23,699Top Programs by Earnings
Bachelor's degree graduatesRegistered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
78 graduates
$75,613
4 yrs after graduation
Business/Commerce, General
14 graduates
$64,408
4 yrs after graduation
Human Resources Management and Services
17 graduates
$61,772
4 yrs after graduation
Finance and Financial Management Services
16 graduates
$57,928
4 yrs after graduation
Business Administration, Management and Operations
27 graduates
$57,378
4 yrs after graduation
Marketing
15 graduates
$57,111
4 yrs after graduation
Biology, General
10 graduates
$49,685
4 yrs after graduation
Social Work
10 graduates
$49,542
4 yrs after graduation
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
38 graduates
$47,713
4 yrs after graduation
Criminal Justice and Corrections
12 graduates
$46,517
4 yrs after graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard
Available Programs
51+ programsAnd 39 more programs available
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