Dobbs Ferry, NY · Buffalo, NY · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Mercy University | Villa Maria College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 85.5% | 86.7% |
| In-State Tuition | $22,106 | $28,670 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $22,106 | $28,670 |
| Average Net Price | $9,699 | $12,445 |
| Graduation Rate | 48.0% | 31.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Mercy University accepts 85.5% of applicants. Villa Maria College accepts 86.7%. Mercy University's tuition is $22,106. Villa Maria College's is $28,670. Mercy University is cheaper. Mercy University graduates 48% of students in 6 years. Villa Maria College graduates 31%.
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
Mercy University. It accepts 85.5% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Mercy University has lower published tuition: $22,106 versus $28,670. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Mercy University: 48% of students finish in 6 years. Villa Maria College is at 31%.
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.