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Mount Mercy University

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Overview

Mount Mercy University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States. Founded in 1928, Mount Mercy University (MMU) is a coeducational institution officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. MMU provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 98-year-old US higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. Its acceptance rate is 80-89%. This makes it a least selective. International students are welcome to apply. MMU also provides 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.

Snapshot

Control

Mount Mercy University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Mount Mercy University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Mount Mercy University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Mount Mercy University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

Identity

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Acronym MMU
Founded 1928
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Location

Address 1330 Elmhurst Drive NE
Cedar Rapids
52402-4797 Iowa
United States
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Mount Mercy University Phone Number (319) 363 8213
Mount Mercy University Fax Number (319) 368 6481
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Mount Mercy University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • Iowa Department of Education
  • State Board of Nursing


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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 Mount Mercy 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

Mount Mercy University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Mount Mercy 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 Mount Mercy University's academic range and degree level offering.



Mount Mercy University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
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degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
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Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes
L&C Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes
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Programs and Courses

Mount Mercy University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Mount Mercy University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Mount Mercy 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 Mount Mercy University.



Mount Mercy University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 35,000-39,999 US$ (31,890-36,450 Euro) 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro)
International
students		 35,000-39,999 US$ (31,890-36,450 Euro) 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 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 Mount Mercy University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Mount Mercy University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Mount Mercy University Admission Info


Mount Mercy University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


Mount Mercy University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Mount Mercy 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 recommended
  • Recommendations are recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor 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


Mount Mercy University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Mount Mercy University's Admission Office Admission Office

1330 Elmhurst Drive Northeast
Cedar Rapids 52402-4797
(319) 368 6460
800 248 4504 ext. 6460

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Mount Mercy University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Mount Mercy University Size and Profile


Mount Mercy University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Mount Mercy University has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Mount Mercy University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Mount Mercy University's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.


Mount Mercy University's Control Type Control Type

Mount Mercy 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.


Mount Mercy University's Entity Type Entity Type

Mount Mercy 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.


Mount Mercy University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Mount Mercy University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Mount Mercy University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Mount Mercy University adopts a 4-1-4 academic calendar, a scheduling system used where the academic year is divided into three distinct terms: a four-month Fall Term, a one-month Winter Term and a four-month Spring Term


Mount Mercy University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Mount Mercy University is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

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



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Facilities and Services

Mount Mercy University Facilities


Mount Mercy University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Mount Mercy University's Library
Mount Mercy 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 49,780 physical volumes, 2,546 physical media, 51,110 digital/electronic media and 85 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 7 full-time employees, including 4 librarians. Mount Mercy University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Mount Mercy University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, Mount Mercy University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 561 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Mount Mercy University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Mount Mercy University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

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Mount Mercy University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Mount Mercy University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Mount Mercy 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.


Mount Mercy University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Mount Mercy University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Mount Mercy University Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Mount Mercy University Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)
  • Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities (ACCU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mount Mercy University public or private?

Mount Mercy 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 Mount Mercy University profit or non-profit?

Mount Mercy 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 Mount Mercy University in terms of enrollment?

Mount Mercy University has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.

What is the size of Mount Mercy University in terms of academic staff?

Mount Mercy University's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.

Is Mount Mercy University a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does Mount Mercy University use?

Mount Mercy University adopts a 4-1-4 academic calendar, a scheduling system used where the academic year is divided into three distinct terms: a four-month Fall Term, a one-month Winter Term and a four-month Spring Term

What religion is Mount Mercy University affiliated with?

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

Does Mount Mercy University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Mount Mercy University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Mount Mercy 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 Mount Mercy University MMU?

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 Mount Mercy University MMU located?

Mount Mercy University is located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States. Address: 1330 Elmhurst Drive NE.

Is Mount Mercy University MMU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Mount Mercy University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission (since ).

Does Mount Mercy University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Mount Mercy University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Mount Mercy University have a university library?

Yes Mount Mercy 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 49,780 physical volumes, 2,546 physical media, 51,110 digital/electronic media and 85 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 7 full-time employees, including 4 librarians. Mount Mercy University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does Mount Mercy University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes In particular, Mount Mercy University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 561 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Does Mount Mercy University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Mount Mercy University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Mount Mercy University offer career services?

Yes

Does Mount Mercy 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 Mount Mercy University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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