Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $39,070
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $39,070
- Average Net Price
- $23,435
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 25.9%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $11,030
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $10,000
- Books & Supplies
- $1,200
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $51,300
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $23,699
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $251/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 72.8%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 57.0%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 25.9%
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 – $30,000 | $17,255 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $25,779 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $21,217 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $25,021 |
| $110,001+ | $25,996 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most Mount Mercy families pay around $23,435 annually after aid, not the $39,070 sticker price. Low-income students ($0-30K) pay just $17,255 per year, while wealthy families ($110K+) pay $25,996. Over four years, expect total costs between $69,000 and $104,000 depending on family income.
The 13:1 student-faculty ratio and personal attention come at a premium compared to state schools. Graduates carry a median debt of $23,699, translating to $251 monthly payments. With median earnings of $60,787 ten years out, loan payments represent about 5% of income. The 72.84% loan repayment rate suggests most handle the debt load successfully.
Iowa residents get the best deal here since tuition stays flat regardless of residency. Students from families earning under $48,000 benefit most from Mount Mercy's Catholic mission of accessibility, paying roughly half what wealthier classmates do.
The 13:1 student-faculty ratio and personal attention come at a premium compared to state schools. Graduates carry a median debt of $23,699, translating to $251 monthly payments. With median earnings of $60,787 ten years out, loan payments represent about 5% of income. The 72.84% loan repayment rate suggests most handle the debt load successfully.
Iowa residents get the best deal here since tuition stays flat regardless of residency. Students from families earning under $48,000 benefit most from Mount Mercy's Catholic mission of accessibility, paying roughly half what wealthier classmates do.
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