About University of Detroit Mercy

Founded in 1877, University of Detroit Mercy. is a Private college. Located in Michigan, which is a city setting in Michigan, the campus itself is Urban. The campus is home to 2,646 full time undergraduate students, and 2,229 full time graduate students.

The University of Detroit Mercy Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 10:1. There are 345 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at University of Detroit Mercy include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate78%
Application Deadline
Application Fee0
SAT Range960-1280
ACT Range22-27

Admissions at UDM are considered Less Selective, with ,13% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 12 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

0% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 0% were in the top quarter, and 0% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at University of Detroit Mercy.

13%
“We”re apathetic”
38%
“We know about current events and vote”
50%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
6%
“We save it for the classroom”
38%
“Sometimes, but not often”
31%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
25%
“All the time, including weekends”
6%
“I”m always terrified”
6%
“I only go out in groups”
13%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
75%
“I feel extremely safe”
50%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
29%
“We bought the gear”
21%
“We live for the big game”
20%
“It”s not really our thing”
40%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
40%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
0%
“We”re a very artistic group”
6%
“Haven”t met them”
6%
“Available in class”
31%
“They keep regular office hours”
56%
“They”re always available”
19%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
50%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
31%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
19%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
50%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
25%
“We only party on weekends”
6%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
31%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
56%
“There might be people who do”
13%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
13%
“We”re apathetic”
38%
“We know about current events and vote”
50%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
6%
“We save it for the classroom”
38%
“Sometimes, but not often”
31%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
25%
“All the time, including weekends”
6%
“I”m always terrified”
6%
“I only go out in groups”
13%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
75%
“I feel extremely safe”
50%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
29%
“We bought the gear”
21%
“We live for the big game”
20%
“It”s not really our thing”
40%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
40%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
0%
“We”re a very artistic group”
6%
“Haven”t met them”
6%
“Available in class”
31%
“They keep regular office hours”
56%
“They”re always available”
19%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
50%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
31%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
19%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
50%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
25%
“We only party on weekends”
6%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
31%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
56%
“There might be people who do”
13%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    58 Students rated on-campus housing 2.9 stars. 5 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    43 Students rated off-campus housing 2.7 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    71 Students rated campus food 2.8 stars. 8 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    74 Students rated campus facilities 3.5 stars. 22 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    74 Students rated class size 4.7 stars. 73 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    74 Students rated school activities 3.2 stars. 18 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    75 Students rated local services 3.2 stars. 23 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    74 Students rated academics 3.8 stars. 34 % gave the school a 5.0.

University of Detroit Mercy REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of University of Detroit Mercy?

20 Students rated University of Detroit Mercy

Sandra - 09/19/2023

Clean, organized, and quite

Arif - 03/06/2021

University of Detroit Mercy is a school that is meant for special programs that students are interested in. The campus is nice and small so you can definitely walk from class to class and since the school is small, you can make more connections with people. The tuition is definitely on the higher side but it is manageable with the scholarships. The food and housing could definitely be improved but it isn't terrible. If you are into specific programs such as dentistry, law, nursing or any others that are available at the university than you should join because the advising is really geared towards those programs. Overall not a bad school, as it is nice to be small and still offer some classes which are interesting.

Mariah - 01/22/2021

The teachers are kind overall and helpful. decent place to attend and great programs offered as well. small class size allows for close teacher and student connection which makes learning much better for me! Lots of great clubs and programs to consider as well, for every different kind of person!

BriAnn - 05/05/2020

I love the location and how easy it is to make friends. The classes are really hard. The food is terrible so I get takeout off campus. There is no hot water. The buildings are old. There is a lot of tutoring and help you can get outside of the classroom.

University of Detroit Mercy FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at University of Detroit Mercy?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for University of Detroit Mercy is 78%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    Chose a school that will give you the most money but also the best chance to get the job that you truly desidere.

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  3. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    My school is a small school located in the urban area of Detroit that focuses trying to give students a positive but realistic outlook on life and they try to prepare you for it as best they can.

    Read all 19 answers

  4. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    Known very well for their denistry and health related curriculum.

    Read all 14 answers

  5. What's unique about your campus?

    Best thing hands down was the research opportunities available to undergraduates in the chemistry department.

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  6. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    The worst thing about the University of Detroit Mercy is its location. Situated on 6 Mile and Livernois, the university boasts an urban location that is sadly summed up as a few worn down buildings and vacant streets. The night brings a sense of unease and the students often do not leave the encompassing gated zone after dark. Restaurants and entertainment venues are almost non-existant if one's desires are a sanitary and safe environment within 10 minutes distance. Coffee shops and other great study locations are nowhere to be found unless you venture 15 minutes away by car.

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  7. Describe the students at your school.

    My classmates are spoiled rich kids.

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  8. What kind of person should attend this school?

    A person attending University of Detroit Mercy should be academically focused and have a good career path in mind. It is a private University with a higher tution rate and a smaller competitive classes. In order to be successful at UDM a person needs to have the condifidence and drive to push themselves in order to pursue their academic goals. This person must be hard working and ready to put in the hours necessary to do well.

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  9. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    My school is best know for their medical, dental, and pre-law programs. They are also know for their small class size and their academics.

    Read all 11 answers

  10. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    That I should take all my pre-requisites at a community college in order to ease financial stresses. Unfortunately, nobody advised me in such a manner.

    Read all 11 answers

  11. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    It's not very affordable.

    Read all 10 answers

  12. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    Someone who wants a huge campus, and huge classes, and cheap tuition. Someone who wants to live on campus or enjoy the neighborhood around campus. Someone who wants to go to the school because they have great sports teams, there is no football team, the biggest team is basketball and they arent vert good.

    Read all 7 answers

  13. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    That I graduated in 4 years and have the best academic advisor that I will always stay in touch with and he will always help me with life.

    Read all 7 answers

  14. What are the most popular student activities/groups?

    Anime club, basketball games.

    Read all 1 answers

Student Body

Students

64%

female

36%

male

2,646

Total Undergrad Enrollment

2,229

Total Grad Students

7%

Out-Of-State

89%

In-State

4%

International

Organizations

50

Student Organizations

N/A

Fraternities

N/A

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

18%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
5%
% Black or African-American
13%
% Hispanic/Latino
5%
% White or Caucasian
60%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

100% of students attending University of Detroit Mercy receive some sort of financial aid. 36% were awarded federal grants. While 67% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$39,882

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$880

Books and Supplies

$9,158

Room and Board

49,920

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$18,791
$30 - $48K
$17,811
$48 - $75K
$20,933
$75 - $110K
$23,234
$110K & UP
$24,679

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

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