57%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 834 |
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| Declined | + 623 |
| Total Received | 1,457 |
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| Name | Location |
|---|---|
| University of Iowa | Iowa City, IA |
| University of Northern Iowa | Cedar Falls, IA |
| Briar Cliff University | Sioux City, IA |
| Grand View University | Des Moines, IA |
| Coe College | Cedar Rapids, IA |
| Simpson College | Indianola, IA |
| Cornell College | Mount Vernon, IA |
| Drake University | Des Moines, IA |
| Kirkwood Community College | Cedar Rapids, IA |
| Wartburg College | Waverly, IA |
| SAT | 6417 |
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| ACT | 1340 |
Mount Mercy University was founded in 1928 by the Sister of Mercy of Cedar Rapids, Iowa as a two-year college for women and is now a four-year university.
| Public/private | Private (nonprofit) |
|---|---|
| Campus Enrollment | 1,848 |
| Established in | 1928 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational College, Became Coeducational College |
| Religious affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Accredited by |
• CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education) • CSWE (Council on Social Work Education) • HLC Higher Learning Commission |
40-acre, suburban campus in Cedar Rapids (population: 131,127). Served by air and bus. School operates transportation to downtown and malls. Public transportation serves campus.
Mount Mercy University
1330 Elmhurst Drive, NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
| Application fee | |
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| Common application accepted | yes |
| Application deadline | August 14 |
| School has early decision program | no |
| School has early action program | no |
| Admissions interview (required or recommended) |
Recommended |
| SAT/ACT requirements |
SAT Subject Tests Not used SAT or ACT Required |
57%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 834 |
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| Declined | + 623 |
| Total Received | 1,457 |
Class rank
Essay
Secondary school record
Standardized test scores
Extracurricular activities
Geographical residence
Volunteer Work
Alumni/ae relationship
Character/ personal qualities
Interview
Particular talent/ability
Recommendations
Work Experience
Minority affiliation
Religious affiliation/commitment
State residency
Terri Crumley
Dean of Admissions
P: 800 248-4504, extension 6460
F: 319 363-5270
admission@mtmercy.edu
| Tuition | $30,382 |
| Room & board | $9,166 |
| Additional fees | $200 |
| Books & supplies | $1,340 |
| Total | $41,088 |
|---|---|
| Average Financial Aid | - $24,022 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $17,066 |
75%
$24,022
Need-based
| Federal | $2,373,455 |
| State | $3,232,952 |
| Institutional | $12,878,553 |
| Other external | $756,613 |
| Total | $19,241,573 |
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Non-need-based
| Federal | $4,779 |
| State | $20,571 |
| Institutional | $3,161,679 |
| Other external | $193,527 |
| Total | $3,380,556 |
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55%
Transfer applicants accepted
49%
Applicants accepted who enroll
| Minimum requirements |
High School GPA: 2.50 College GPA: 2.50 |
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| High school transcript | Recommended of Some |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Recommended of All |
| Interview | Recommended of Some |
| Standardized test scores | Required of Some |
| Essay or personal statement | Required of All |
Maximum transfered
90
Minimum transfers must complete
30
Not Reported
| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | 33 |
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| Countries most often represented |
Australia Germany Jamaica Saudi Arabia Serbia The United Kingdom |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
Host family program Special counselors/advisors Special orientation |
Amir Hadzic
Assistant Director of International Programs & Student Services
319 363-8213, extension 1273
ahadzic@mtmercy.edu
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