University of Detroit Mercy

University of Detroit Mercy is a private nonprofit four-year institution located in Detroit, MI. The university enrolls 5,767 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 61 out of 100. It reports a 68% completion rate and an 82% retention rate (IPEDS 2023).

The university offers a strong portfolio of healthcare and technology programs. Nursing pathways include Registered Nursing at both associate and bachelor's levels, Family Practice Nursing, Clinical Nurse Specialist, and advanced nursing administration. Other health-focused options include Physician Associate/Assistant and Health Information/Medical Records Administration. On the technology side, students can pursue Computer and Information Systems Security at both associate and bachelor's levels. This combination of clinical and technical programs serves students seeking careers in two of the economy's fastest-growing sectors.

Situated in a large city setting in Detroit, Michigan, the university provides access to major healthcare systems and a growing technology sector. Students benefit from proximity to clinical training sites and employer networks across the Detroit metropolitan area.