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At Mount Mercy University, we can help you bring your dreams to life. With the support of our welcoming community of students, professors, and staff, you can discover what inspires you, earn your bachelor’s degree, and accomplish your goals.

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An education that serves you

Whether you’re fresh out of high school, continuing your education decades later, or anywhere in between, Mount Mercy welcomes you. Experience a supportive community, generous scholarships, quality academic programs, tranquil surroundings, and plenty of ways to make the Hill your home. 

See where your Mount Mercy experience can take you.

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Bachelor's programs that fit into your life

Why shouldn't your education fit into your schedule?

With two formats, our bachelor's programs are tailored to your needs. Different pacing, different modalities, and all of the freedom to choose the right path for you.

Our traditional undergraduate degrees offer courses at the semester pace. This is a great option for a residential, on-campus experience, or if you're comfortable commuting to classes during the day.

Our accelerated undergraduate degrees offer online courses in 5- and 10-week blocks (RN-BSN also offered on-campus). This is a great option if you’re a working professional, caregiver, or need flexibility on when/where you take your classes. 

Is graduate school in your future? Current Mount Mercy students can take up to four graduate courses at no extra cost through MMU Plus!

Forward-thinking, future-focused education

Receive mentorship from professors who merge learning with doing. Connect with career-building internships. At Mount Mercy, you’ll learn to serve others, discover more about yourself, and graduate prepared to succeed, no matter your path. 

Undergraduate Programs

Learning Beyond the Classroom


Focused on your future

96%

Of surveyed alumni

Are employed or enter graduate school within 9 months of graduation

All

Majors

Provide opportunities to gain professional experience—like a practicum or internship

17,000

Active alumni

In all 50 states and 33 countries

Your home away from home

Find the guidance, support, and empowerment you need to achieve your goals at a place that will always feel like home. 

Whether you’re living on campus, taking online classes, or commuting to campus, there are plenty of opportunities for you to get involved on the Hill.

Campus life

Get involved with clubs and organizations, spiritual life, and service opportunities for students. While you're at it, check out our housing and dining options.

Music at Mount Mercy

All students—regardless of major—can join our music ensembles.

Athletics

Join one of our many award-winning intercollegiate athletic teams.

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  • Photo from @mtmercy on Instagram on mtmercy at 9/18/24 at 9:00PM

    Even before talks of combination began, Mount Mercy and St. Ambrose have celebrated a long history of collaboration. For many years, our two institutions have worked together to streamline paths to degrees for students, better our communities, and preserve the presence of Catholic higher education in Eastern Iowa.⁠

    Now, while embarking on this journey to combine, we have a great opportunity to share stories of the combined impact both schools have had on our alumni.⁠

    Nichole (Clefisch) Plagge serves as a beneficiary of the academic opportunities provided by both institutions as she received her undergraduate degree from Mount Mercy and graduate degree from St. Ambrose.⁠

    Read Nichole's story through the link in our bio 🔗

    Have a Mount Mercy and St. Ambrose story of your own? Reach out today 📧 alumni@mtmercy.edu

  • Photo from @mtmercy on Instagram on mtmercy at 8/1/24 at 6:56PM

    This morning, St. Ambrose President Amy Novak and Mount Mercy President Todd Olson signed a strategic agreement marking our intent to combine our institutions into one. Staff, faculty, and board members from both universities were there to witness this historic event. ⁠

    Having completed months of due diligence and negotiations, both institutions received support from their Boards of Trustees and community leaders for this next step in their collaborative work to redefine Catholic higher education in Eastern Iowa. This milestone is a significant step forward in efforts to expand academic offerings, co-curricular programs, and innovative opportunities for students of both campuses. ⁠

    Mount Mercy and St. Ambrose now enter a two-year period of regulatory approvals from both the Higher Learning Commission and the U.S. Department of Education. ⁠

    Read more through the link in our bio. 🔗⁠

    #EducationTogether #StrongerTogether @stambroseuniversity

  • Photo from @mtmercy on Instagram on mtmercy at 7/21/24 at 2:00PM

    1️⃣ month away

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    Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸

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    Happy first day of summer! ☀️

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    College student ➡️ Mount Mercy alum ⁠

    '24 grads—stay connected with the Mustang Family and follow @mountmercyalumni

  • Photo from @mtmercy on Instagram on mtmercy at 5/6/24 at 3:01PM

    Today, St. Ambrose University and Mount Mercy University are announcing plans to consider a path-breaking and innovative agreement that would present a new model for private, faith-based higher education. Read more about these exciting opportunities for students at both universities beginning this fall through the link in our bio.

  • Photo from @mtmercy on Instagram on mtmercy at 4/4/24 at 9:12PM

    #TBT to warmer weather and blue skies ☀️💙 ⁠
    (this was two weeks ago😭)

  • Photo from @mtmercy on Instagram on mtmercy at 3/8/24 at 5:08PM

    Today, we celebrate #InternationalWomensDay by honoring the strong women who founded Mount Mercy during challenging times and situations—Catherine McAuley and the Sisters of Mercy.

    Inspired by their courage and dedication, Mount Mercy strives to serve our institution, community, and beyond through the Sisters of Mercy Critical Concerns—earth, immigration, nonviolence, anti-racism, and women. ⁠

    #WomensHistoryMonth #WomensHistory #Legacy #CatherineMcAuley #SistersofMercy

  • Photo from @mtmercy on Instagram on mtmercy at 12/13/24 at 9:00PM

    Happy #NationalHorseDay from Mustang Sally! 💙💛

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    This #VeteransDay and every day, we honor those who have served our country.⁠

    #veteran #mountmercy

  • Photo from @mtmercy on Instagram on mtmercy at 4/1/24 at 7:51PM

    We are excited to announce our newest faculty member! 📚️⁠

    Starting this fall, Mustang Sally is set to lead our herd of courses and teach MMU 101: Horsing Around and MMU 401: Ethics and Corral Philosophy. Spots are filling quickly, register today!⁠

    #MustangSally #MountMercy #AprilFools #CollegeCampus

  • Photo from @mtmercy on Instagram on mtmercy at 2/14/24 at 4:02PM

    Happy Ash Wednesday! ✝️ ⁠

    Today marks the start of the Lenten season. Ash Wednesday Mass times will be offered today at 12 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. in the Chapel of Mercy. ⁠

    A prayer service will start at 3:30 p.m. in the University Center.

  • Photo from @mtmercy on Instagram on mtmercy at 12/30/24 at 4:00PM

    During December, we celebrate the founding of the Sisters of Mercy. In 1831, Catherine McAuley, Mary Ann Doyle, and Elizabeth Harley vowed to become the first Sisters of Mercy and dedicated their lives to serving the poor, sick, and uneducated. Their legacy and the Mercy mission continue today through various ministries around the world, including our own campus. Join us in recognizing the Sisters of Mercy and their remarkable work. 💙

    “We must strive to do ordinary things extraordinarily well.” -Catherine McAuley
    #SistersofMercy #MountMercyUniversity

    @mercysisters

  • Photo from @mtmercy on Instagram on mtmercy at 5/27/24 at 2:01PM

    We remember and reflect on those who have fallen serving our country this Memorial Day

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    Let Commencement Weekend begin! We’re getting ready for all the events—major and minor—celebrating the Class of 2024! 🙌🎓 ⁠

    Don’t forget to tag us and use #MMUgrad24 for all your Commencement posts! ⁠

    See Commencement 2024 details through the link in our bio

  • Photo from @mtmercy on Instagram on mtmercy at 3/31/24 at 2:00PM

    He is risen today! Happy Easter, Mustangs!

  • Photo from @mtmercy on Instagram on mtmercy at 2/19/24 at 6:23PM

    For #PresidentsDay, we’re sharing this throwback of John F. Kennedy, 35th President of the United States, visiting Mount Mercy in 1958 during his days in the U.S. Senate.

    #PresidentsDay2024 #JFK #throwback #collegecampus

  • Photo from @mtmercy on Instagram on mtmercy at 12/25/24 at 3:01PM

    Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from all of us here at Mount Mercy! ❄️

  • Photo from @mtmercy on Instagram on mtmercy at 9/23/24 at 1:00PM

    HAPPY HOMECOMING WEEK! 💙💛⁠

    We're pumped for all the events, activities, and celebrations for our Mustang students, alumni, and friends this week!⁠

    Students—check your email and Mount Mercy app for more info and updates! 📧

    Alumni—find more details on Homecoming & Alumni Weekend 2024 through the link in our bio 🔗

  • Photo from @mtmercy on Instagram on mtmercy at 8/31/24 at 1:23AM

    Perfect ending to a first full week of classes 🌇⁠

    Comment your favorite class below!📚️

  • Photo from @mtmercy on Instagram on mtmercy at 5/23/24 at 9:22PM

    That ✨️school's out✨️ feeling

  • Photo from @mtmercy on Instagram on mtmercy at 3/10/24 at 4:02PM

    Have a safe and fun spring break, Mustangs! ⁠

    We'll just be hanging here until you get back! 👋

  • Photo from @mtmercy on Instagram on mtmercy at 2/29/24 at 4:01PM

    Where are our 2024 graduates? 🙋🎓️ ⁠

    Soon-to-be grads—complete your graduation application today! ✍️ ⁠

    Apply through the link in our bio!

  • Photo from @mtmercy on Instagram on mtmercy at 2/9/24 at 7:14PM

    The weekend is just around the corner ⏱️⁠

    Have a good one, Mustangs!

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