Mercy College, now known as Mercy University, is a private research university in New York. It has other campuses in Manhattan and the Bronx. The university is minority-serving and is the largest Hispanic-serving institution in New York. Previously affiliated with the Catholic church, it has been independent since the early 1970s. The six schools here offer more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degrees.
The U.S. Department of Defense and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security designated Mercy University as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education. More than 8,500 students are enrolled annually here.
Rankings
Mercy College was ranked by the US News and World Reports in 2024 as follows:
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#123 in Regional Universities North
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#535 in Nursing
Frequently Asked Questions on Mercy College Ranking 2025
1: What is Mercy College known for?
A: Mercy College was designated by The U.S. Department of Defense and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education.
2: Does Mercy College accept international students?
A: Yes. Some countries represented on campus include Norway, Spain, Sweden, Japan, China, Korea, the United Kingdom, Mexico, Brazil, and many more.
3: What is Mercy College's acceptance rate?
A: Mercy College has an acceptance rate of 85.9%, which means it’s a less selective school with a high chance of admission.