International applicants · 2026–27
Mercy University: what international applicants need
Dobbs Ferry, New York
Requirements for the 2026–27 season, updated September 25, 2026.
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The questions international applicants ask
What are Mercy University's application deadlines for 2026–27?
Mercy University admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.
What is Mercy University's acceptance rate?
85.8% for students who started in fall 2024: Mercy University admitted 7,418 of its 8,642 first-year applicants.
- The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
- US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source
Does Mercy University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?
It depends. Mercy University requires SAT or ACT scores from some applicants or programs only for 2026–27, and its testing page says which.
- This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
How much is Mercy University's application fee for international students?
Mercy University's application fee is $40 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.
Does Mercy University accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?
Yes. Mercy University accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.
- Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.
Which English tests does Mercy University accept?
Mercy University doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.
- Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.
How many recommendation letters does Mercy University require?
Mercy University doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.
- Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
- Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.
Does Mercy University require the Common App personal essay?
No. Mercy University doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.
How many international students does Mercy University have?
162 of Mercy University's 6,774 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 2.4%.
- US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source
How much does Mercy University cost for international students?
Mercy University's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $22,880, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $15,250. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $43,500 before any financial aid.
- US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source
Every requirement, in one place
Deadlines
- Rolling admission: apply as early as you can.
- Application fee
- $40International applicantsUS applicants: $40
- Common App fee waiver
- Accepted
- SAT / ACT
- SometimesThis is the policy for American applicants. It can differ for international students: check the testing page.
- English proficiency tests accepted
- Listed on the university's site
- Letters and school reports
- No recommendation letters required
- Also required
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