Acceptance Rate
75%
Avg. SAT
1260
75th percentile
“Jesuit-Mercy Catholic university fusing rigorous professional training with service in gritty, revitalizing Detroit.”
Detroit, MI
Location
University of Detroit Mercy traces its roots to 1877, when Jesuits established the University of Detroit to educate young men in a growing industrial city; in 1990, it merged with Mercy College of Detroit, run by the Sisters of Mercy, creating a distinctive blend of Jesuit intellectual tradition and Mercy focus on healthcare and compassion. Students who thrive here often seek hands-on professional preparation in fields like dentistry or engineering while embracing faith-inspired service, drawn to the smaller scale that fosters close-knit communities amid an urban backdrop. The campus sits squarely in Detroit's McNichols neighborhood, steps from the city's museums, sports arenas, and auto heritage sites, offering easy dives into Motown history or Lions games but requiring comfort with city bustle—no leafy suburb bubble here. Winters bring biting lake-effect snow, and while tuition hits around $31,000, the private scale means more personal advising than at larger publics.
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Classrooms buzz with practical focus: architecture students draft in sunlit studios overlooking the city skyline, dental hopefuls dissect cases in a hands-on clinic from year one, and engineers tackle real-world projects tied to Detroit's manufacturing legacy. With about 3,200 undergrads, you'll encounter professors who know your name even in upper-level seminars, though intro STEM courses can pack 50-100 students mirroring state universities. The Jesuit emphasis on ethics weaves through business and nursing curricula, preparing you for moral dilemmas in high-stakes careers; research shines in sustainability and urban planning, where undergrads join faculty on Detroit revitalization studies.
Student Body
Total Enrollment
3,422 undergrad • 2,165 grad
Undergraduate
Graduate
International
White
42%
Black / African American
9%
Hispanic / Latino
9%
Asian
6%
Other / Multi-racial
35%
Campus Life
Varsity Athletics
NCAA Athletics
A typical week mixes chapel reflections, Titans basketball watch parties in Calihan Hall, and service shifts at local shelters, blending faith, athletics, and urban exploration. Residential halls house most freshmen in doubles overlooking campus green space, but upperclassmen often snag off-campus apartments in affordable Detroit neighborhoods, fueling a commuter-friendly vibe. Social life pulses through 100+ clubs—from robotics teams to gospel choir—plus city perks like free DIA visits or Eastern Market hauls, though cold weather keeps some nights cozy indoors; the party scene stays low-key compared to Big Ten schools, prioritizing study groups and volunteer treks.
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Athletics
Athletic Association
Horizon League
ROTC & Veteran Support
Army
No
Navy
No
Air Force
Yes
Veteran’s Programs Available
Yellow Ribbon Program (Post-9/11 GI Bill)
Yes
Credit for military training
Yes
Dedicated point of contact for veteran support services
Yes
Recognized student veteran organization
Yes
Cost & Aid
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Receiving Pell Grants
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Net Annual Cost by Household Income
Household Income
Avg. Net Cost
$0 – $30K
$13,356
$30K – $48K
$14,117
$48K – $75K
$15,244
$75K – $110K
$19,392
$110K+
$21,691
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Outcomes & Earnings
Retention Rate
83%
4 Years Graduation Rate
59%
6 Years Graduation Rate
68%
Median 10-Year Earnings
$71,030
83% of first-time, full-time students complete their freshman year at University of Detroit Mercy and return in the fall. 59% of first-time, full-time students graduate in 4 years, and 68% graduate within 6 years.
Graduation Rate
4-year grads
59%
4-5 years
9%
6-8 years
1%
Non-grad
31%
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Key Statistics
Type
Private
Tuition
$31,058
Acceptance
75%
Undergrads
3,422
4-Year Grad Rate
59%
Endowment
$95M
Detroit, MI 48221-3038
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