Misericordia University
Misericordia University is a private research university in Dallas, Pennsylvania, enrolling about 1,672 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 70.93% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $64,313 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $40,370
- 2024 Average Net Price: $37,485 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 70.93% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,672 92.5% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 71.71%
Misericordia University: what the data shows
Common questions about Misericordia University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Misericordia University?
Misericordia University is located in Dallas, PA (ZIP 18612-1098).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is Misericordia University public or private?
Misericordia University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Misericordia University cost?
Published tuition: $40,370.
Average net price after aid: $37,485.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $36,759 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $37,554 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $36,848 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $37,879 |
| $110,001+ | $37,665 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $161,480.
How hard is it to get into Misericordia University?
Admission rate: 70.93%.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Misericordia University?
Total enrollment: 1,672 students.
About 92% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Misericordia University?
150%-time completion rate: 71.71%.
First-year retention: 77.6%.
What do graduates of Misericordia University earn?
Median earnings: $55,910 six years after entry; $64,313 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $26,973.
27.19% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Misericordia University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (580 completions)
- Health Professions and Related Programs (101 completions)
- CIP 520201 (80 completions)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research (75 completions)
- CIP 512308 (43 completions)
- CIP 510203 (35 completions)
- General Psychology (28 completions)
- CIP 512306 (22 completions)
- CIP 510907 (19 completions)
- CIP 513818 (19 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Misericordia University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 70.93%; completion rate 71.71%; median earnings $64,313 at 10 years; net price $37,485. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$40,370
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Misericordia University was $40,370.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$37,485
2024 Value
In 2024 Misericordia University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $37,485.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$149,940 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$37,485 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$161,480 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Misericordia University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
27.19% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
74.25% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.10%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Misericordia University was 0.10%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Misericordia University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $28,210 | $28,210 | $24,452 |
| 2014 | $29,010 | $29,010 | $24,849 |
| 2015 | $29,840 | $29,840 | $26,931 |
| 2016 | $30,740 | $30,740 | $24,095 |
| 2017 | $31,660 | $31,660 | $25,561 |
| 2018 | $33,240 | $33,240 | $24,023 |
| 2019 | $34,560 | $34,560 | $25,510 |
| 2020 | $35,940 | $35,940 | $27,077 |
| 2021 | $35,940 | $35,940 | $26,445 |
| 2022 | $35,940 | $35,940 | $30,052 |
| 2023 | $38,370 | $38,370 | $24,829 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
70.93% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
92.5% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Misericordia University in 2024 is 1,672 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
77.6%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
62.20% 100% Completion Time
71.71% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 62.20% of students graduating from Misericordia University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Misericordia University.
Return on Investment
$26,973 Median Student Debt
$64,313 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
41.94% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
328.92% Return on Investment
4.2 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Misericordia University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
Health Professions and Related Programs: 101 completions
CIP 52.0201: 80 completions
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 75 completions
CIP 51.2308: 43 completions
CIP 51.0203: 35 completions
General Psychology: 28 completions
CIP 51.2306: 22 completions
CIP 51.0907: 19 completions
CIP 51.3818: 19 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 580 completions
Most popular programs at Misericordia University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Misericordia University graduates.
About
Misericordia University is a private non-profit institution located in Dallas, PA, offering 35 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 1,672 students. The admission rate is 70.93%. The institution maintains a 71.71% graduation rate. Approximately 27.19% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Dallas, PA 18612-1098
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Misericordia University provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
FAQ
How much does Misericordia University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $40,370 and average net price is $37,485 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Misericordia University?
The admission rate is 70.9% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What do graduates of Misericordia University earn?
Median earnings are $55,910 six years after entry and $64,313 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Misericordia University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 71.7% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Misericordia University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $26,973.
How big is Misericordia University?
Total enrollment is about 1,672 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Misericordia University public or private?
Misericordia University is a private nonprofit institution located in Dallas, PA.
Is Misericordia University an HBCU?
No. Misericordia University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Misericordia University a tribal college?
No. Misericordia University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Misericordia University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Misericordia University does not meet that proxy (reported share 8.4%).
Is Misericordia University religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Misericordia University: Roman Catholic.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.