Race & Ethnicity
Mercyhurst University has a diverse student body with 21% students of color and 3% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Mercyhurst University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Mercyhurst University has a gender distribution of 60% female students and 40% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
35% of total enrollment
52% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Mercyhurst University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 76% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 9% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
76%
Traditional Age (18-21)
9%
Non-Traditional (25+)
13%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Mercyhurst University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 3% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 52% in-state residents, 45% out-of-state students, and 3% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
52% of student body
45% of student body
3% of student body
States Represented
28 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
21%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
60%
Female Students
Global Reach
3%
International
Age Diversity
9%
Non-Traditional Age