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Misericordia University

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Overview

Misericordia University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium town of Dallas, Pennsylvania, United States. Founded in 1924, Misericordia University is a coeducational institution and is officially accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. This institution offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details or use the website search engine below. This 102-year-old US higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The institution reports an acceptance rate of 80-89%. It is considered a least selective. International students are welcome to apply. Misericordia University also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

Misericordia University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Misericordia University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Misericordia University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Misericordia University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
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Acronym
Founded 1924
Motto
Colours Blue and yellow
Mascot Cougar

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Location

Address 301 Lake Street
Dallas
18612-1098 Pennsylvania
United States
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Misericordia University Phone Number (570) 674 6400
Misericordia University Fax Number (570) 675 2441
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Misericordia University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1935


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Misericordia University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education
  • Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant
  • Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education of the American Occupational Therapy Association
  • American Physical Therapy Association, Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
  • Commission on College Nursing Education
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Council on Academic Accreditation
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • International Accreditation Council for Business Education
  • Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
  • Pennsylvania Department of Education


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Misericordia University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Misericordia University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Misericordia University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Misericordia University's academic range and degree level offering.



Misericordia University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes
L&C
B&S Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes
Eng

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Programs and Courses

Misericordia University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Misericordia University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Misericordia University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Misericordia University.



Misericordia University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 35,000-39,999 US$ (31,890-36,450 Euro) 35,000-39,999 US$ (31,890-36,450 Euro)
International
students		 35,000-39,999 US$ (31,890-36,450 Euro) 35,000-39,999 US$ (31,890-36,450 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Misericordia University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Misericordia University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Misericordia University Admission Info


Misericordia University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Misericordia University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Misericordia University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Misericordia University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Misericordia University's acceptance rate ranges from 80 to 89%, making it a least selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is considered but not required
  • Recommendations are recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Misericordia University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Misericordia University's Admission Office Admission Office

301 Lake Street
Dallas 18612-1098
(570) 674 6264
866 262 6363

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Size and Profile

Misericordia University Size and Profile


Misericordia University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Misericordia University has a student enrollment ranging from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Misericordia University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Misericordia University's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


Misericordia University's Control Type Control Type

Misericordia University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Misericordia University's Entity Type Entity Type

Misericordia University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Misericordia University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Misericordia University's main campus is located in a suburban setting, meaning it is situated in a residential area near a city.


Misericordia University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Misericordia University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Misericordia University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Misericordia University is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Christian-Catholic. Sisters of Mercy - www.mercyhighered.org



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Facilities and Services

Misericordia University Facilities


Misericordia University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Misericordia University's Library
Misericordia University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 76,324 physical volumes, 4,929 physical media, 32,188 digital/electronic media and 149 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 19 full-time employees, including 3 librarians. Misericordia University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Misericordia University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, Misericordia University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 843 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Misericordia University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Misericordia University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Misericordia University Services


Misericordia University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Misericordia University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Misericordia University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes
In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.


Misericordia University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Misericordia University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Misericordia University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Misericordia University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Misericordia University
  • College of Arts and Sciences
  • College of Health Sciences
  • College of Professional Studies

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Memberships and Affiliations

Misericordia University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Misericordia University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Misericordia University public or private?

Misericordia University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Misericordia University profit or non-profit?

Misericordia University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Misericordia University in terms of enrollment?

Misericordia University has a student enrollment ranging from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of Misericordia University in terms of academic staff?

Misericordia University's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.

Is Misericordia University a coeducational institution?

Misericordia University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Misericordia University use?

Misericordia University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Misericordia University affiliated with?

Christian-Catholic. Sisters of Mercy - www.mercyhighered.org

Does Misericordia University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Misericordia University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Misericordia University's acceptance rate ranges from 80 to 89%, making it a least selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Misericordia University ?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 35,000-39,999 US$ (31,890-36,450 Euro). International students: 35,000-39,999 US$ (31,890-36,450 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Misericordia University located?

Misericordia University is located in Dallas, Pennsylvania, United States. Address: 301 Lake Street.

Is Misericordia University accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Misericordia University is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education (since 1935).

Does Misericordia University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Misericordia University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Misericordia University have a university library?

Yes Misericordia University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 76,324 physical volumes, 4,929 physical media, 32,188 digital/electronic media and 149 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 19 full-time employees, including 3 librarians. Misericordia University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does Misericordia University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes In particular, Misericordia University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 843 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Does Misericordia University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Misericordia University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Misericordia University offer career services?

Yes

Does Misericordia University offer distance learning?

Yes In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Does Misericordia University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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