Founded in 1928, Mount Mercy University. is a Private college. Located in Iowa, which is a city setting in Iowa, the campus itself is Urban. The campus is home to 1,580 full time undergraduate students, and 306 full time graduate students.
The Mount Mercy University Academic calendar runs on a Four-one-four plan basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 14:1. There are 88 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Mount Mercy University include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.
Quick Facts
Acceptance Rate
61%
Application Deadline
Application Fee
0
SAT Range
ACT Range
18-24
Admissions at are considered Selective, with ,10% of all applicants being admitted.
In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 19 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.
75% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 36% were in the top quarter, and 16% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.
STUDENT LIFE Reviews
We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Mount Mercy University.
0%
“We”re apathetic”
60%
“We know about current events and vote”
40%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
20%
“Sometimes, but not often”
60%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
20%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
20%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
80%
“I feel extremely safe”
10%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
60%
“We bought the gear”
30%
“We live for the big game”
10%
“It”s not really our thing”
20%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
50%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
20%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
60%
“They keep regular office hours”
40%
“They”re always available”
90%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
10%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
0%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
60%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
30%
“We only party on weekends”
10%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
20%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
80%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
0%
“We”re apathetic”
60%
“We know about current events and vote”
40%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
20%
“Sometimes, but not often”
60%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
20%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
20%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
80%
“I feel extremely safe”
10%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
60%
“We bought the gear”
30%
“We live for the big game”
10%
“It”s not really our thing”
20%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
50%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
20%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
60%
“They keep regular office hours”
40%
“They”re always available”
90%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
10%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
33 Students rated on-campus housing 3.7 stars. 12 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate off-campus housing?
22 Students rated off-campus housing 3.3 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus food?
35 Students rated campus food 3.4 stars. 14 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus facilities?
35 Students rated campus facilities 4.1 stars. 37 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate class size?
35 Students rated class size 4.6 stars. 69 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate school activities?
34 Students rated school activities 3.8 stars. 29 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate local services?
34 Students rated local services 4.2 stars. 47 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate academics?
35 Students rated academics 3.9 stars. 40 % gave the school a 5.0.
Mount Mercy University REVIEWS
What's your overall opinion of Mount Mercy University?
12 Students rated Mount Mercy University
Molly
04/05/2025
Great faculty to student ratios. Engaging and welcoming community. Professors and faculty are readily available to assist students with questions and concerns to be successful. Advisors helpful in assisting students in finding their passions. There is a place for everyone "On the Hill."
Darci
08/01/2024
Overall I think it is a great campus and all the professors know there students because its not that big of a School so they get to know their students. Also the campus is very nice and clean. Has other ways to get around campus by going through the tunnels and staying warm.
Jordan
02/18/2020
Mount Mercy makes me feel at home and safe. When looking for a college I wanted to find a college that I felt safe and comfortable in. Mount Mercy's staff and facility made me feel welcomed and I felt like I belonged. The staff are very supportive and willing to help. Mount Mercy is a wonderful college to attend and has great academics and athletics.
Anna
12/28/2019
I know it's hard to compete with bigger, federally funded schools, but I was disappointed with Mount Mercy at first, but they do their best. You are primarily there to get an education and that has the most importance. Professors are very accessible and you get a lot of one on one interactions with your faculty, which you usually do not get at bigger schools. You can really tell professors here want you to succeed and will give you every opportunity to do so, for the most part. If you're looking for a good education, Mount Mercy University is a good place to go, but I would not get your hopes up about the extra amenities that come with it.
Emma
01/19/2019
I like Mount Mercy. The professors go out of their to help students. The job assistance/placement services could be more proactive in helping students obtain internships and post graduation placement. The adminstration is very supportive in making sure the students have a great experience on-campus.
Zachariah
11/10/2018
Mount Mercy university is not only a great school for nursing and business, it is also a great school for science majors. Most science majors are pre-professional science majors who major in biology or biochemistry. All of the science department advisors and professors always put the students first. All science professors encourage students to come in during their office hours, and most have an open door policy where students and pop in any time without making an appointment as long as their door is open. MMU is also a small school so the class sizes are usually very small which allows students to build a better relationship with their professors and their peers. MMU is a great place for students who are interested in grad school or professional programs, or if they have no idea what they want to do because the professors are always there for the students and do everything they can to get students to reach their goals.
cameron
04/23/2018
I think MMU is a very good and local school for any one who love on campus life. There's something for everyone there and it's very easy to work your way around campus. The surroundings are great and there's always something to do on and off campus. The staff are always ready and willing to help with anything you might need help with.
Sam
02/11/2018
Mont Mercy is a great small school, the size may get in the way sometimes but the professors here are great, never had any better than here, they are really invested in making sure there students have a good outcome as long as they put in the work. Love campus area as well.
Bailey
11/08/2017
Mount mercy is the best! The classes are small, the biggest class I have is maybe 50 students, but the student to professor ratio is 13:1. The professors a almost always accessible, whether its office hours or email. There is free tutoring offered 7 days a week. The food is better than most places. And there is always something to do on campus! Sports, improv, trivia nights, bingo, and more!
Doriann
06/20/2017
Mount Mercy University is a wonderful, colorful and intellectual college to be at. Students and Staff are always friendly and willing to help out anyone who asks. I was a little afraid to go to a private college so well known but they have welcomed me with open arms. Showing me that I can achieve anything through hard work and a little fun.
alexia
01/17/2017
I love the close-knit community and focus on the importance of academics and service. I enjoyed the portal class as a way for incoming students to get to know campus and the services offered here. It is a very nice campus and you can always find a helping hand when you need it
maurisa
01/08/2017
i don't think Mount Mercy is a bad school. There are some things that i would change especially when it comes to the needs or getting the attention of commuters. When it comes to the food, it's not always bad but it could be a lot better. Burgers and fries everyday is a no go.
The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Mount Mercy University is 61%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020, _____ students were offered admission.
What should every freshman at your school know before they start?
My number one advice is that the environment of the school is equally as important as the program you will be attending. If you aren't comfrotable in the environment you will not excel. I encourage going on multiple campus visits, including overnight visits. Attend campus activities, sports events, sit in on some classes and eat in the cafeteria. Get the full feel for the college before making any decsions. Also, once you start attending, GET INVOLVED. This will be your home away from home, so jump in and make it the best experience of your life!
We are best known for our Nursing program, it is one of the best in the mid-west. However, all of their social science programs are very good. We also have professors who are knows in their field within the larger community.
What kind of person should not attend this school?
A person who wants one on one attention from progressors, someone who loves to have class discussions versus lectures. Also someone who wants to be a part of a tight nit community and have the chance to be involved in many activites. The school is located in a medium sized city, so someone who likes the "city feel", but doesnt want to chaos of a large city.
What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?
Some people may think that it is to small, but that is something you will have to decide, come check it out, for me it's perfect, it may be perfect for you too.
What's the most frustrating thing about your school?
The most frustrating thing with Mount Mercy is the professors and their office time. They will let you know when they are in their office but most of the time when you go they are in a meeting or just not there. It is hard to have time to talk unless you set up an appointment or they respond to emails quick.
All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA.
Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.
100% of students attending Mount Mercy University receive some sort of financial aid.
39% were awarded federal grants.84%received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.
