University of Detroit Mercy
PrivateDetroit, MI
University of Detroit Mercy is a private small school in Detroit, MI, enrolling about 2,438 undergraduates. University of Detroit Mercy is not highly selective, admitting a majority of applicants, with an acceptance rate near 75%. Its highest-earning reported major is Mechanical Engineering (Engineering), where graduates report median earnings of $104,683/year four years out. On-campus housing isn't required, so many students live off campus.
Admissions
Cost & outcomes
From the US Dept of Education College Scorecard, most recent year reported. Not every school reports every field.
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Paying it back
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Majors & earnings
Median earnings 4 years after graduation, by major, from the US Dept of Education. Only shown where the school reports a real figure for that major -- most schools don't report every major they offer, especially smaller programs.
Campus life
Room and board are shown separately from the cost of attendance above -- that total already includes them alongside tuition and fees, this just breaks out the living-cost portion.
What matters in your application
From this school's own reporting to the US Dept of Education on what it formally requires, considers, or doesn't use when reviewing applications.
Frequently asked questions
What is University of Detroit Mercy's acceptance rate?
University of Detroit Mercy in Detroit, MI admits approximately 75% of applicants, based on the US Dept of Education's most recently reported figures.
What SAT score do I need for University of Detroit Mercy?
Admitted students at University of Detroit Mercy typically score between 1030–1260 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
What ACT score do I need for University of Detroit Mercy?
Admitted students at University of Detroit Mercy typically score between 22–28 on the ACT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does University of Detroit Mercy cost?
University of Detroit Mercy's total cost of attendance is reported at $42,211 per year, including tuition, fees, and room and board.
Does University of Detroit Mercy require students to live on campus?
No -- University of Detroit Mercy doesn't require students to live in on-campus housing.
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