Mercyhurst University
About
Mercyhurst University, a private Catholic institution in Erie, Pennsylvania, is best known for its nationally recognized Ridge College of Intelligence Studies and Applied Sciences, alongside premier programs in forensic science, dance, and sports medicine. The campus culture centers on a welcoming, tight-knit "Hurst is Home" atmosphere, where students actively engage in local service initiatives, vibrant campus traditions, and competitive NCAA Division I athletics. What truly sets Mercyhurst apart is its career-ready focus, highlighted by unique opportunities for undergraduates to conduct real-world intelligence and cyber analysis for federal agencies, all while living on a stunning, historic English Gothic campus overlooking Lake Erie.
Wikipedia:Mercyhurst University is a private Catholic university in Erie, Pennsylvania, United States.
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Mercyhurst University accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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