1926
Erie, PA

School Details

Mercyhurst University is a four-year private school located in Erie, Pennsylvania. Mercyhurst was founded in 1926 by the Sisters of Mercy and is affiliated with the Roman Catholic Church. The school was granted university status in 2012. 

With Mercyhurst Online, students anywhere in the world can benefit from the high-quality faculty and resources the school is known for. Students can choose from a number of graduate degrees and certificates online. Programs feature advanced-level knowledge and leadership skills with the flexibility you need to balance your many responsibilities as a working adult.

The Office of Distance Learning helps support online students and aids in the development of online courses. The office works to expand learning opportunities and enhance program development and technology training. MU’s distance learning programs are designed to benefit adult learners, working professionals, military personnel, and anyone looking for new career opportunities.

Mercyhurst University offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in the following schools:

  • Hafenmaier College of Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences
  • Walker College of Business
  • Ridge College of Intelligence Studies & Applied Sciences
  • Zurn College of Natural & Health Sciences

Accreditation & Licensing

Mercyhurst University is accredited by:

Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)

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Business

Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics & Intelligence
Graduate Certificate in Organizational Leadership
Master of Science in Organizational Leadership

Computer Science & IT

Graduate Certificate in Data Analytics

Criminal Justice, Safety & Law

Graduate Certificate in Applied Intelligence
Graduate Certificate in Criminal Justice Administration
Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security
Master of Science in Applied Intelligence
Master of Science in Criminal Justice Administration
Master of Science in Cyber Security

Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing / Integrative Nursing Leadership