Erie, PA · Chester, PA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Mercyhurst University | Widener University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 81.0% | 70.9% |
| In-State Tuition | $45,770 | $55,730 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $45,770 | $55,730 |
| Average Net Price | $25,946 | $26,778 |
| Graduation Rate | 60.0% | 68.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 2,632 | 5,713 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 14 | 11 |
GradFax Analysis
Mercyhurst University accepts 81.0% of applicants. Widener University accepts 70.9%. Mercyhurst University's tuition is $45,770. Widener University's is $55,730. Mercyhurst University is cheaper. Mercyhurst University graduates 60% of students in 6 years. Widener University graduates 68%.
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
Widener University. It accepts 70.9% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Mercyhurst University, on average. After aid, students pay $25,946/year versus $26,778/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Widener University: 68% of students finish in 6 years. Mercyhurst University is at 60%.
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.