Dobbs Ferry, NY · Niagara University, NY · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Mercy University | Niagara University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 85.5% | 85.3% |
| In-State Tuition | $22,106 | $38,135 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $22,106 | $38,135 |
| Average Net Price | $9,699 | $11,248 |
| Graduation Rate | 48.0% | 70.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. Mercy University accepts 85.5% of applicants; Niagara University accepts 85.3%. Mercy University's tuition is $22,106. Niagara University's is $38,135. Mercy University is cheaper. Mercy University graduates 48% of students in 6 years. Niagara University graduates 70%.
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
Niagara University. It accepts 85.3% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Mercy University has lower published tuition: $22,106 versus $38,135. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Niagara University: 70% of students finish in 6 years. Mercy University is at 48%.
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.