Erie, PA · Chester, PA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Mercyhurst University | Widener University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 83.2% | 84.0% |
| In-State Tuition | $44,510 | $53,638 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $44,510 | $53,638 |
| Average Net Price | $13,986 | $21,918 |
| Graduation Rate | 59.0% | 64.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. Mercyhurst University accepts 83.2% of applicants; Widener University accepts 84.0%. Mercyhurst University's tuition is $44,510. Widener University's is $53,638. Mercyhurst University is cheaper. Mercyhurst University graduates 59% of students in 6 years. Widener University graduates 64%.
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
Mercyhurst University has lower published tuition: $44,510 versus $53,638. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Widener University: 64% 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.