University of Detroit Mercy was formed in 1990 through the merger of the Jesuit-founded University of Detroit (1877) and the Sisters of Mercy-founded Mercy College of Detroit (1941). It is Michigan's largest Catholic university and is recognized for its professional programs, particularly architecture, engineering, dentistry, nursing, and health sciences. The university blends Jesuit and Mercy traditions, emphasizing service, social justice, and ethical leadership.
Detroit Mercy offers a small-school experience with hands-on, experiential learning, including co-ops, clinical placements, and community-engaged projects across the Detroit region. Its McNichols Campus in northwest Detroit serves most undergraduates, while professional schools of dentistry, architecture, and law operate from downtown and midtown locations. Students benefit from small class sizes, close faculty mentorship, and Division I athletics, with Titan basketball a visible campus tradition.
| Type | Private |
| Location | Detroit, Michigan |
| Founded | 1877 |
| Total students | 5,100 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 12:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 80% |
| Graduation rate | 62% |
| Average starting salary | $58,000 |
| In-state tuition | $44,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $44,000 |
| Room & board | $14,500 |
| Average financial aid | $30,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 98% |
| SAT range | 1000-1220 |
| ACT range | 20-26 |
| Average GPA | 3.6 |
| Regular deadline | Rolling |
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