Inside Academics at Mercyhurst University

Academics at a Glance

Whats the point of going to college without academics? Below is an overview of academic life at Mercyhurst University — the faculty and staff who teach, the majors and fields of study on offer, and the online and distance options available.

Use the sections below to explore each part of academic life in more detail, or follow a link to the full report on that topic:

• Faculty Resources
• Most Popular Majors
• Additional Questions to Ask
• Continue Your Research

Faculty & Class Sizes

The student-to-faculty ratio at Mercyhurst University is about average at 15 to 1, close to the national average of 15 to 1. With 57% of instructors full time, Mercyhurst University is above the national average of 47%.

For a deeper look at tenure, adjuncts and faculty composition, visit the faculty composition page.

Majors and Fields of Study

Students at Mercyhurst University can choose from 51 majors with reported graduates spanning 19 broad fields of study.

The degree levels available at Mercyhurst University are shown below:

The most popular majors at Mercyhurst University, measured by graduates, are listed below.

See the full majors breakdown on the academic majors page.

Additional Questions to Ask

Before you decide, here are a few more questions to consider about academics at Mercyhurst University:

• Looking for flexibility? Mercyhurst University may offer online or summer classes that can help you finish your degree — 632 undergraduates take at least some classes online. See distance learning options.
• Thinking about graduate school? Consider how many students continue their studies and how well the school retains and graduates its students (80% of full-time freshmen return for a second year). Explore graduation rates.
• Worried about job prospects? Ask about employment outcomes for recent graduates of Mercyhurst University.

Dig Deeper into Academics on Mercyhurst University

Follow the links below for a deeper look at a specific part of academic life:

• Majors & Degree Programs at Mercyhurst University — the full list of majors, concentrations and graduation numbers
• Faculty Composition at Mercyhurst University — the full faculty and class-size breakdown
• Graduation and Retention at Mercyhurst University — graduation and first-year retention rates
• Distance Learning at Mercyhurst University — online and distance enrollment options
• Accreditation Detail at Mercyhurst University — regional and program accreditation status