Dobbs Ferry, NY · Bronx, NY · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Mercy University | University of Mount Saint Vincent | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 85.5% | 84.6% |
| In-State Tuition | $22,106 | $42,740 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $22,106 | $42,740 |
| Average Net Price | $9,699 | $15,750 |
| Graduation Rate | 48.0% | 57.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. Mercy University accepts 85.5% of applicants; University of Mount Saint Vincent accepts 84.6%. Mercy University's tuition is $22,106. University of Mount Saint Vincent's is $42,740. That's a $20,634 difference per year. Mercy University graduates 48% of students in 6 years. University of Mount Saint Vincent graduates 57%.
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
University of Mount Saint Vincent. It accepts 84.6% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Mercy University has lower published tuition: $22,106 versus $42,740. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
University of Mount Saint Vincent: 57% 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.