Mount Mercy University

10 Interesting Facts about Mount Mercy University

1. Mount Mercy University (MMU) is a private Catholic university located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, USA.
2. The university was founded in 1928 by the Sisters of Mercy and is still affiliated with the Roman Catholic Church.
3. MMU offers over 45 majors and programs of study, including traditional liberal arts fields as well as professional programs in nursing, education, business, and healthcare.
4. The university has a student-to-faculty ratio of 12:1, and over 80% of faculty hold advanced degrees in their fields.
5. MMU is known for its strong programs in nursing and healthcare, as well as its commitment to service and social justice.
6. The university has a diverse student body, with students from 23 states and 10 countries.
7. MMU has several campus organizations and clubs for students to get involved in, including academic clubs, athletic teams, and community service groups.
8. The university has a strong athletic program, with several sports teams competing at the NAIA level.
9. MMU has a strong commitment to sustainability, with initiatives such as a campus-wide recycling program and LEED-certified buildings.
10. The university has a strong alumni network, with over 16,000 graduates worldwide and opportunities for networking and mentorship for current students.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate
76%

Tuition & Fee

All Programs

ACCOUNTING (BBA)
ACTUARIAL SCIENCE (BS)
APPLIED MANAGEMENT
ART (BA)
ART & DESIGN
ART EDUCATION (BA)
BIOLOGY (BS)
BUSINESS (BBA)
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
CHEMISTRY (BS)
CHILD AND ADOLESCENT STUDIES
COMMUNICATION (BA)
COMPUTER SCIENCE (BS)
CREATIVE WRITING
CRIMINAL JUSTICE (BA)
DATA SCIENCE (BS)
DIVERSITY STUDIES
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
ECONOMICS
ELEMENTARY EDUCATION (BS)
ENGLISH (BA)
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE
EXERCISE SCIENCE (BS)
FINANCE (BBA)
GENDER STUDIES
GRAPHIC DESIGN (BA)
HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION (BS)
HEALTH CARE LEADERSHIP
HEALTH CARE NAVIGATION (BS)
HISTORY (BA)
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (BBA)
JOURNALISM (BA)
LIBERAL STUDIES
MANAGEMENT (BBA)
MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS (BS)
MARKETING (BBA)
MATHEMATICS (BS)
MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE (BS)
MUSIC (BA)
MUSIC EDUCATION (BA)
NURSING (BSN)
OUTDOOR CONSERVATION
PHILOSOPHY (BA)
POLITICAL SCIENCE (BA)
PRE-ATHLETIC TRAINING
PRE-DENTISTRY
PRE-LAW
PRE-MEDICINE
PRE-OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
PRE-OPTOMETRY
PRE-PHARMACY
PRE-PHYSICAL THERAPY
PRE-PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
PRE-VETERINARY
PSYCHOLOGY (BS)
PUBLIC HEALTH (BS)
PUBLIC RELATIONS (BA)
RELIGIOUS STUDIES (BA)
RN-BSN (BSN)
SCIENCE MARKETING (BS)
SECONDARY EDUCATION
SOCIAL WORK (BA)
SOCIOLOGY (BA)
SPANISH
SPORT, HEALTH, & EXERCISE PSYCHOLOGY
SPORTS MANAGEMENT (BBA)
TEACHING LICENSURE PATHWAY (SECOND DEGREE)
WRITING

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
998 Undergrads

Part-Time Undergrads
376