Scranton, PA · Erie, PA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Marywood University | Mercyhurst University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 83.7% | 83.2% |
| In-State Tuition | $39,570 | $44,510 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $39,570 | $44,510 |
| Average Net Price | $13,730 | $13,986 |
| Graduation Rate | 73.0% | 59.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. Marywood University accepts 83.7% of applicants; Mercyhurst University accepts 83.2%. Marywood University's tuition is $39,570. Mercyhurst University's is $44,510. Marywood University is cheaper. Marywood University graduates 73% of students in 6 years. Mercyhurst University graduates 59%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Mercyhurst University. It accepts 83.2% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Marywood University has lower published tuition: $39,570 versus $44,510. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Marywood University: 73% of students finish in 6 years. Mercyhurst University is at 59%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.