Admissions Details
- Acceptance Rate
- 85.9%
- Average SAT
- 1,125
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,020–1,230
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 23
- Total Enrollment
- 5,539
Admissions Overview
Mercy University maintains an open admission policy with an 85.86% acceptance rate. This means most students who apply will get in, making it accessible for those seeking a Catholic education in health sciences. The middle 50% of admitted students score between 1020-1230 on the SAT, with an average of 1125. Students don't need perfect grades or test scores to gain admission here. The university primarily seeks students interested in nursing, occupational therapy, and other health professions who value hands-on learning in a diverse environment. With 68.37% women and strong representation among Hispanic (49.14%) and Black (23.92%) students, Mercy attracts those committed to serving their communities through healthcare careers.