Find Scholarships That Fit You
Want funding for college that doesn't need to be paid back? Explore College Confidential's new scholarship tool and search for scholarships that are tailored to you.
Saved to My Favorites.
View My Favorites
University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit,
MI
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate93%
Media (1)
About Detroit Mercy
University of Detroit Mercy is a private, religious university in the city of Detroit, Michigan. Detroit Mercy was founded in 1877. The college enrolls around 5,360 students per year, including 3,156 undergraduates.
2022 Acceptance Rate for University of Detroit Mercy
It is moderately difficult to get into Detroit Mercy. In 2022, Detroit Mercy accepted 93% of applicants. Out of 4,432 applications received in 2022, 4,133 students were offered admission.
| University of Detroit Mercy Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 93% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | Info Not Available |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.6 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 45% |
Click below to find out more about the admissions requirements and deadlines, student life, academics, majors and more.
University of Detroit Mercy Community Forums
Save Detroit Mercy To Your College List
Click the heart icon in the top left to save Detroit Mercy to the list of schools you're interested in applying to.
Interested In Colleges and Universities in Michigan?
See a full list of colleges in Michigan and save your favorites to your college list.
Tour University of Detroit Mercy
University of Detroit Mercy is located in the city of Detroit, Michigan, near Detroit.
If you are interested in seeing Detroit Mercy for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Lodge Freeway to Detroit, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Detroit Metropolitan.
You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what University of Detroit Mercy and Detroit are like without leaving home.
College Info
Detroit Mercy Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Mar 1
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Detroit Mercy is Mar 1.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Detroit Mercy is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Detroit Mercy SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1063 - 1250
Math SAT Range
530 - 630
Reading SAT Range
530 - 620
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1250 and Above
Good
1063 to 1250
Avg
1063 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for Detroit Mercy students is 1145. Applicants with SAT scores of 1250 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Detroit Mercy, while applicants with SAT scores between 1063 to 1250 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1063 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Detroit Mercy.
Detroit Mercy Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$42,280
In State$42,280
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$31,058
$31,058
Fees
Unknown
Unknown
Housing
$11,222
$11,222
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at Detroit Mercy is like? There are approximately 5,360 students enrolled at Detroit Mercy, including 3,156 undergraduate students and 2,204 graduate students. 68% percent of students attend school full-time, 95% percent are from MI and 5% percent of students are from other states.
68%
Full Time32%
Part Time95%
In State5%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
5,360
Campus Setting
Urban
Acceptance Rate
93%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Mar 1
Find Your Scholarship
Want to find money for school that doesn’t need to be paid back? Access insights and advice on how to search and apply for scholarships!
Do You Work at a University?
Claim your page to customize your profile and connect with students!
Need Advice or Have a Question About Detroit Mercy?
Connect with the world's largest college forum for candid, authentic discussion.