Race & Ethnicity
University of Detroit Mercy has a diverse student body with 34% students of color and 10% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
University of Detroit Mercy offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
University of Detroit Mercy has a gender distribution of 56% female students and 44% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
26% of total enrollment
33% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
University of Detroit Mercy serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 71% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 6% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
71%
Traditional Age (18-21)
6%
Non-Traditional (25+)
41%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
University of Detroit Mercy attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 10% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 89% in-state residents, 1% out-of-state students, and 10% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
89% of student body
1% of student body
10% of student body
States Represented
19 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
34%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
56%
Female Students
Global Reach
10%
International
Age Diversity
6%
Non-Traditional Age