Misericordia University, a residential, co-educational Catholic university sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy of Dallas. The educational program is student-focused. The academic development of each student at the undergraduate level depends on the University's commitment to provide a learning experience that cultivates higher order thinking skills through the integration of liberal arts and professional studies.

Misericordia University was founded in 1924 as a private, Catholic liberal arts school.

 

Misericordia University provides a quality education through the tenants of mercy, service, justice, and hospitality—charisms set forth by the school’s founders, the Sisters of Mercy.  The university has been guided by these principles for more than 81 years.  The University’s slogan, “More than an Education,” defines Misericordia University's ability to provide quality academic programs that prepare students for rewarding careers and a desire to lead in service to others. 

 

Dallas, Pennsylvania; 26 miles west of Scranton, 10 miles west of Wilkes-Barre, and 132 miles west of New York City.

 

2,343 students (26% male, 74% female). 21 states and territories represented; 4% minority (0% American Indian, 1% Asian, 2% Black, 1% Hispanic, 96% White), .1% international.

 

84% average freshman retention rate; 68% average graduation rate.

 

91 full-time faculty. 11:1 student to teacher ratio. Average class size 17

NCAA Division III, PAC and ECAC conferences. 18 varsity sports (7 men’s: basketball, cross-country, golf, indoor track, outdoor track, soccer, and swimming; 8 women’s: basketball, cross-country, indoor track, outdoor track, soccer, swimming, tennis, and volleyball). 10 intramurals.

 

2005-2006: $27,950 comprehensive ($18,700 tuition). 98% of students receive some financial aid. Average Award: $13, 440.