Mercy University, formerly Mercy College, is a private institution founded in 1950 by the Sisters of Mercy and located in Dobbs Ferry, New York, with additional campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan. The university serves approximately 8,800 students from more than 59 countries and across 40 states, offering bachelor's and master's degree programs in health professions, business, education, liberal arts, and social sciences. Positioned in the New York metropolitan area, Mercy provides exceptional access to professional networks, internship opportunities, and career pathways in one of the world's most dynamic economic centers. The university is particularly recognized for its nursing and allied health programs, with nursing graduates earning median starting salaries exceeding $98,000—among the highest in the region. Mercy's Mavericks compete in NCAA Division II athletics, and the institution is designated as a Minority-Serving Institution committed to expanding higher education access for underrepresented students. With a 93% employment rate one year after graduation and flexible scheduling that serves working adults, Mercy University combines career-focused education with the metropolitan advantages of the greater New York City area.
Visa, OPT, H-1B alumni outcomes, and acceptance rates by country — sourced from FOIA, USCIS H-1B Hub, and DHS SEVIS.
The deep admissions playbook beyond the headline acceptance rate — round-by-round breakdowns, nationality data, requirements, and contact paths.
Domestic
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/yr
Out-of-State / Intl
$23650
/yr
Beyond the sticker price — every named scholarship, the financial aid policy, need-aware notes, and a personalized net-cost estimate.
How life on campus actually feels — clubs, sports, traditions, housing realities, and how the school integrates with its city.
Where alumni go after graduation — top industries, grad-school continuation, and the qualitative outcomes story.
Sticker price (annual, out-of-state): $22,880
Net-cost estimate is US-resident-only — international applicants are typically excluded from need-based aid at most schools and should treat the sticker price as the planning baseline.
