Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 47.6%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 48.1%
- Retention Rate
- 75.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $52,055
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $19,637
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 15:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 39.7%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $208/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $124,271 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master | $113,850 | $114,337 |
| Bioethics/Medical Ethics. | Master | $108,649 | |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $101,964 | $40,980 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $97,959 | $10,500 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Doctoral | $78,971 | $113,348 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $75,706 | $25,625 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Master | $73,446 | $83,590 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master | $67,420 | $61,500 |
| Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language. | Master | $66,461 | $31,027 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $64,196 | $35,875 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master | $64,121 | $39,115 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Master | $63,005 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master | $63,005 | $44,605 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master | $62,343 | $61,500 |
Outcomes Overview
Mercy graduates earn a median of $52,055 ten years after graduation, while carrying typical debt of $19,637. This creates a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 38%, well below the concerning 40% threshold. Monthly loan payments of $208 consume about 5% of gross income for typical earners. The strong 92.6% employment rate reflects Mercy's focus on in-demand health sciences fields like nursing and occupational therapy, where job security runs high. Many graduates enter healthcare systems in the greater New York area, benefiting from the region's robust medical sector. Despite the modest 48% graduation rate, those who complete their degrees find solid career prospects. This represents an average return on investment for students committed to healthcare careers.