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Mercy University
Dobbs Ferry, New York · Private non-profit university · Training programs available:
Address: 555 Broadway, Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522 · Phone: (800) 637-2969 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Mercy University is a private non-profit trade and career school in Dobbs Ferry, NY offering medical assistant programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Mercy University graduates carry median debt of $19,637 and earn a median of $52,055 ten years after entry; the campus completion rate is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Mercy University; contact the school for current tuition. About 50.0% of students receive Pell Grants, and federal financial aid can be used here (Title IV).
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $37,280 | $48,000 | $55,120 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in New York (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 19 | $38,218 | $47,260 | $23,541 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Mercy University is a private non-profit institution located in Dobbs Ferry, NY, a large suburb. The school participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. Mercy University holds accreditation from several bodies, including the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, along with program-specific accreditors covering nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech-language pathology. Among its trade-oriented offerings, the campus awarded 19 completions in medical assistant programs, its top program in this category.
Federal data shows some but not all outcome figures for this campus. The state average completion rate is reported at 64.0%, but this campus's own completion rate and how it compares to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt among graduates is $19,637, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $52,055. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 50.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
With an undergraduate enrollment of 5,735, Mercy University is a larger institution offering training alongside additional academic programs; the medical assistant program is its only listed trade-specific offering with a completer count in this data. Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants weighing fit for career-change timelines should confirm scheduling directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review updated outcome figures, prospective students can consult the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard or contact the university directly.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Mercy University's federal data lists medical assistant programs as its trade program offering, with 19 completions recorded.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Mercy University is accredited. Its accreditors include the Middle States Commission on Higher Education along with several program-specific accreditors covering nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech-language pathology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, Mercy University participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate is 64.0%, for reference.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates of Mercy University is $19,637, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry for Mercy University students are $52,055, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (800) 637-2969 or visit mercy.edu for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Mercy University is a private non-profit school. Non-profit status generally means the institution reinvests revenue into educational operations rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration and scheduling.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review Mercy University's federal outcome data and accreditation status on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?193016.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Whether this school fits an adult career-changer's needs cannot be determined from the data provided, since program length and schedule format are not reported; contact the school to discuss fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements after completing a program are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact Mercy University directly for program-specific requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Mercy University at (800) 637-2969 or through its website at https://www.mercy.edu/ for admissions and application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against nearby schools offering the same trade programs is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard to compare institutions directly.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.