About Mercy College of Health Sciences
Mercy College of Health Sciences is a four-year private school located in Des Moines, Iowa. Since 1899 Mercy has been preparing students to become healthcare professionals. Mercy is affiliated with the Roman Catholic Church and is sponsored by Catholic Health Initiatives.
Mercy College of Health Sciences offers certificates of completion, associate’s degrees, and bachelor’s degrees that are known to prepare students with critical skills to make an immediate impact in the workplace. In addition to daytime, evening, and weekend classes, Mercy College of Health Sciences online offers a variety of accredited, online programs. All online degrees are taught by an expert faculty partnered with national healthcare leaders to ensure preparation to succeed.
Accreditation & Licensing
Mercy College of Health Sciences is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Type:
4-year, Private not-for-profitHighest Level Offered:
Master's degreeReligious Affiliation:
Roman CatholicEnrollment:
Undergraduate: 1,312 ; Graduate: 2Percent of Fully Online Students:
Undergraduate: 28% ; Graduate: 100%Graduation Rate:
49%Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:
$62,234Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):
$14,745Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:
83%Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:
$6,770Yellow Ribbon Program:
YesCredit for Military Training:
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Geographic and Educational Overview
Mercy College of Health Sciences is located in Iowa
Iowa at a Glance:
Top Majors in Iowa:
Top Incentives in Iowa:
- Iowa Tuition Grant: Up to $6,800 annually
Top Career Pathways in Iowa:
- Entry Level: Farm Manager ($55,000)
- Mid Level: Agricultural Operations Manager ($85,000)
- Senior Level: Agricultural Director ($130,000+)
- Required Education: BS Agricultural Science
- Certifications: CCA, CPAg