Scenic beauty along the Hudson River and
just one hour from New York City

Mercy University, located in Dobbs Ferry, New York, is a diverse and inclusive institution committed to providing accessible and high-quality education to all student types. Offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, Mercy University prepares students for success in their chosen fields through experiential learning, personalized attention, and a supportive community. With a focus on innovation and flexibility, Mercy University equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in an ever-changing global landscape.
Rankings: 2024 U.S. News and World Report top performer on social mobility
School size: Total enrollment of 8,774
Location: Three different campuses, including our Westchester campus in Dobbs Ferry (Main Campus), Manhattan, and Bronx, New York.
Nearby attractions: Empire State Building, Statue of Liberty, Times Square, Rockefeller Center, Madison Square Garden, The Met, Wall Street, Public Untermyer Gardens
Mercy University, located in Dobbs Ferry, New York, is a diverse and inclusive institution committed to providing accessible and high-quality education to all student types. Offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, Mercy University prepares students for success in their chosen fields through experiential learning, personalized attention, and a supportive community. With a focus on innovation and flexibility, Mercy University equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in an ever-changing global landscape.
Rankings: 2024 U.S. News and World Report top performer on social mobility
School size: Total enrollment of 8,774
Location: Three different campuses, including our Westchester campus in Dobbs Ferry (Main Campus), Manhattan, and Bronx, New York.
Nearby attractions: Empire State Building, Statue of Liberty, Times Square, Rockefeller Center, Madison Square Garden, The Met, Wall Street, Public Untermyer Gardens
The School of Business at Mercy University offers undergraduate and graduate programs across three campuses and online, preparing students for business and accounting careers. With a student-faculty ratio of 1:17, students receive instruction from experienced professionals, gaining expertise in core business specialties. Students develop both technical and soft skills due to the emphasis on experiential learning and career readiness. They’re able to secure internships and network with prospective employers, including Fortune 500 companies, from the start of their academic journey.
Undergraduate:
| Accounting | Business Administration |
| Data Analytics | Entrepreneurship |
| Finance | International Business |
| Management | Marketing |
| Sports Marketing |
Masters:
| Business Analytics (STEM) | MBA – Finance |
| MBA – Managerial Analytics | MBA – Management |
| MBA – Marketing |
The School of Health and Natural Sciences at Mercy University offers comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs, preparing students for diverse roles in healthcare and science education. Through the Clinical Simulation Labs and the Speech and Hearing Clinic, students gain hands-on experience while contributing to community health. Mercy University’s programs give students the intellectual, technical, and professional competencies they need to excel and advance as science specialists, health care providers, health promotion experts and science/health educators.
Undergraduate:
| Biology – Animal Science (STEM) | Biology – Biomedical Sciences (STEM) |
| Biology – General (STEM) | Clinical Laboratory Science (STEM) |
| Communication Disorders | Exercise Science – Clinical Track |
| Exercise Science – Performance Track | Health Science |
| Veterinary Technology |
Graduate:
| Communication Disorders (Masters) | Occupational Therapy (Masters) |
| Physical Therapy (Doctorate) |
The School of Liberal Arts at Mercy University emphasizes critical and creative thinking skills essential for lifelong learning. Providing programs in academic disciplines like History and English, as well as applied fields such as Cybersecurity and Music Production and Recording Arts, students receive a well-rounded education. Through diverse offerings, students gain knowledge and skills to succeed in various career paths and academic pursuits.
Undergraduate:
| Computer Information System (STEM) | Computer Science (STEM) |
| Cybersecurity (STEM) | Communication Studies – General |
| Communication Studies – Public Relations | Design and Animation (Animation / Graphic) |
| English | History |
| Liberal Arts (AA/AS) | Mathematics (STEM) |
| Media Studies – Cinema Studies | Media Studies – Digital Journalism |
| Media Studies – Media Production | Music Production and Recording Arts |
Masters:
| Computer Science (STEM) | Cybersecurity (STEM) |
| Behavioral Science – Community Health | Behavioral Science – General |
| Behavioral Science – Gerontology | Behavioral Science – Health Services Management |
| Criminal Justice – Forensic Investigate | Criminal Justice – General |
| Criminal Justice – Homeland Security | International Relations and Diplomacy |
| Legal Studies – Political Science | Psychology |
| Sociology |
| NEW! Criminal Justice | Marriage and Family Therapy |
| Mental Health Counseling | Psychology |
| School Psychology |
The following provides you with estimated costs for your tuition at Mercy University. Please note: Total tuition and fees will vary depending on your selected program as well as the housing and meal plans chosen.
For a detailed breakdown of costs and fees by College, please click Apply Now and complete the form.
International Undergraduate Academic Merit Scholarships are offered to international undergraduate students to encourage academic excellence and student leadership at Mercy University. Scholarships are available to qualified freshmen and transfer students seeking a bachelor’s degree. All incoming undergraduate international applicants are automatically considered for these scholarship awards once all application materials are received. Scholarships are renewable yearly based on satisfactory academic achievement and good standing at Mercy University. No separate application form is required to be considered for these scholarships.
Please note: There are no scholarships available for international graduate students.
| Scholarships | GPA | Amount Per Year |
| Presidential Excellence Scholarship | 3.50 – 4.00 | $5,000 |
| Mercy Excellence Scholarship | 3.00 – 3.49 | $3,000 |
| Mercy International Grant | 2.50 – 2.99 | $1,500 |
| Scholarships | GPA | Amount Per Year |
| Presidential Transfer Scholarship | 3.70 – 4.00 | $7,000.00 |
| Mercy Transfer Scholarship | 3.40 – 3.69 | $5,000.00 |
| Trustee Transfer Scholarship | 3.00 – 3.39 | $3,000.00 |
| Provost Transfer Scholarship | 2.50 – 2.99 | $2,000.00 |
Students are only eligible to receive one of the following two scholarships and must supply a copy of the certificate of membership.
| Scholarships | Amount Per Year |
| Phi Thea Kappa (PTK) Scholarship and Alpha Beta Gamma (ABG) Scholarship | A one-time $1,500.00 scholarship awarded to entering transfer students who are members of PTK and/or ABG |






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How to apply:
| Freshman: | Course-by-Course Evaluation of foreign high school transcripts |
| Transfer: | Course-by-Course Evaluation of foreign college transcripts, and, General Evaluation with GPA for foreign high school transcripts |
| Graduate: | Course-by-Course Evaluation of foreign college transcripts |
*Mercy partners with Scholaro and SpanTran to offer special evaluation rates to Mercy Applicants.
*Mercy University also waives the FACE requirement depending upon academic program.
| Undergraduate | Graduate | |
| TOEFL | 71 | 80 |
| IELTS | 6.0 | 6.5 |
| Duolingo | 105 | 110 |
SAT or ACT: Mercy University is a test-optional institution, with the exception of our traditional Nursing program. We do not require ACT or SAT for international undergraduate students. If you have taken a standardized test, you are welcome to submit your scores for consideration with your application.
| MBA |
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| M.S. in Business Analytics (STEM) |
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| M.S. in Public Accounting |
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| M.S. in Computer Science (STEM) |
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| M.S. in Cybersecurity (STEM) |
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| M.S./M.P.A. in Health Services Management |
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| M.S. in Psychology |
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M.S. in Mental Health Counseling M.S. in Counseling: School Counseling |
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| M.S. in Marriage and Family Therapy |
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| M.S. in Educational Studies | |
| M.S. in Criminal Justice |
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Note: Upon acceptance, all students are required to participate in the school’s student health program or in a health benefit plan with comparable coverage.
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