by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Detroit Mercy worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Detroit Mercy is ranked #1,288 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Michigan, it ranks #41 of 77 for value.
These Detroit Mercy majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Architecture / Urban Planning | #14 of 68 |
| Public Health | #37 of 61 |
| Dental Hygiene/Hygienist | #50 of 75 |
| Dental | #50 of 75 |
| Dental Support Services | #50 of 75 |
| Biology | #61 of 273 |
| Healthcare Administration / Management | #77 of 88 |
| Business Information Systems | #156 of 243 |
| General Psychology | #247 of 1,068 |
| Psychology | #247 of 1,068 |
Read the full Detroit Mercy value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
University of Detroit Mercy is ranked #5 out of #80 in Michigan for quality and #41 out of #77 for Michigan value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Detroit Mercy financial aid page to be sure.
University of Detroit Mercy is ranked #1,288 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, University of Detroit Mercy is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Detroit Mercy costs about $16,579. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $66,316 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $42,171 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $15,232 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $16,579 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $66,316 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the Detroit Mercy net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Detroit Mercy degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $168,684 | — | — |
| All Students | $66,316 | #1,288 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $60,928 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $168,684 | — | — |
| All Students | $66,316 | #41 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $60,928 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Detroit Mercy shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $12,616 |
| $30K–$48K | $12,414 |
| $48K–$75K | $15,090 |
| $75K–$110K | $17,762 |
| Over $110K | $22,663 |
About 95% of Detroit Mercy undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $22,204 per year. Get more details on the Detroit Mercy financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Detroit Mercy cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.