Financial Information - Misericordia University (2024)

Tuition and Fees

The charges below are for one semester, unless otherwise noted, during the 2024-2025academic year.

Generally, all tuition and fees, with the exception of financial aid award amounts, are to be paid in full at the beginning of each semester/term unless special arrangements are made with the Student Financial Services office.

Expenses per Semester 2024-2025

Undergraduate:

Full-time students taking more than 17 credits will be charged for additional credits at the rate of $695per credit.

Clinical laboratory science majors will be charged $260 per semester in lieu of tuition during the semesters spent in hospital practica. Those students are also assessed the general fee.

Graduate - Masters (Physician Assistant Studies program):

Graduate - Masters (Occupational Therapy and Speech-Language Pathology):

Full-time students taking more than 17 credits will be charged for additional credits at the rate of $850per credit.

Graduate - Doctoral (Physical Therapy):

The University believes it is essential to sustain and enhance a positive and meaningful in-person and, if necessary, remote academic, extracurricular and campus life environment for all students. The general fee helps to supplement the cost of ongoing academic and instructional support such as the MU Portal and Blackboard, IT Student Helpdesk (24-hour, 7-day a week service), Student Success Center, Insalaco Center for Career Development and the Bevevino Library. Costs associated with providing student media and publications, student government, Campus Ministry, shuttle and van service, laundry service and use of the Banks Student Center and Anderson Sports-Health Center are also supported by the fee. Likewise, the fee helps defray the significant annual expenses to operate and maintain the University’s infrastructure, and fund preventive and deferred maintenance.

Part-time Tuition and Fee Rates (per credit):

Other Fees and Expenses:

Special Fees, Deposits, and Expenses 2024-2025

Release of Transcripts or Diplomas

A diploma or transcript (official or unofficial) will not be released until the student’s account is paid in full. The cost for each transcript is $15, and the request must be made either in writing at the registrar’s office, or through ouronline request process, which may be accessed on theregistrar’s office web page. The cost for transcripts for the institutions for which Misericordia is the custodian of record (Mercy School of Nursing – Wilkes-Barre, Mercy School of Nursing – Scranton, St. Mary’s School of Nursing) is $15.Replacements of diplomas that have been lost or damaged may be ordered at a cost of $25; contact the Registrar’s Office for ordering procedures.

Undergraduate Auditing

Students may audit courses at one-half tuition cost based on full- or part-time credit charges. No credit is awarded for audited courses. Auditors are admitted to courses as space is available. Matriculating students who wish to audit a course must seek permission from the registrar. Adults over the age of 62 may audit classes at no tuition charge, space permitting.

Financial Aid

For over 99years, Misericordia University has helped students and their families afford a superior college education. Through its participation in federal and state financial aid programs, use of institutional resources and contributions by alumni and friends, the Student Financial Services Office tries to meet, as fully as possible, each student’s financial need.

The university is eligible to participate in a widerange of financial aid programs through the U.S. Department of Education. Eligible students may qualify for aid through the Federal Pell Grant Program, Federal Student Loan Program, as well as federal campus-based programs including Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants,and the Federal Work-study Program.

The university participates in the Nursing Loan program under the auspices of the Department of Health and Human Services.

Misericordia University is also designated as an eligible institution by the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA), allowing qualified undergraduate students access to the Pennsylvania State Grant and Special Programs.

In general, the university offers three types of financial assistance:

1. Scholarships/Grants: Gift aid given directly to students based on financial need or some area of achievement, such as an outstanding academic record, evidence of leadership, etc. Students do not need to repay this type of aid.
2. Loans: Monies borrowed by students to meet educational expenses. Students and/or their families repay these loans after withdrawal or graduation. Interest is charged on loans andvary with different loan programs.
3. Work-study: Employment which allows eligible students to work on campus and earnmoneyto meet educational expenses.

Application Procedures

All students who wish to be considered for financial assistance must file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)each award year (Pennsylvania Students-Pennsylvania State Grant Deadline is May 1st). Students are encouraged to complete the FAFSA as soon as it becomes available on October 1st to ensure timely processing of financial aid offer letters and notifications.

The university uses the information collected on the FAFSA form to determine eligibility for university, federal, and state need-based financial aid. This includesUniversity Mission Grants, Room Stipends, Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants, Nursing Loans, Federal Subsidized Loans, Federal Work-Study, Pennsylvania State Grants and Special Programs. Out-of-state students should check with their high school guidance office or state agency to determine eligibility for grant assistance from their home state.

Students must file the FAFSA each academic year to be considered for need-based financial aid and Federal Loans.

Eligibility for academic scholarships isautomatically evaluated by a scholarship committee upon admission to the university with no special applications required.

Veterans

Misericordia University welcomes the opportunity to provide education to veterans of the armed services. The university is approved by the Veterans Administration for the education and training of veterans.

A Covered Individual is any individual who is entitled to educational assistance under chapter 31, Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment, or chapter 33, Post-9/11 GI Bill® benefits.(For a covered individual,the institution will not impose any penalty, including the assessment of late fees, the denial of access to classes, libraries, or other institutional facilities, or the requirement that a covered individual borrow additional funds due to the individual’s inability to meet his or her financial obligations to the institution due to the delayed disbursem*nt of a payment from the VA.)

A certificate of eligibility for entitlement to educational assistance must be provided to Misericordia University.A “certificate of eligibility” can also include a “Statement of Benefits” obtained from the Department of Veterans Affairs’ (VA) website.

Veterans enrolling at the institution for the first time should contact their nearest VA regional office, call 1-888-442-4551 or apply online for educational benefits. This application should be filed six weeks prior to the beginning of the semester. Students must also contact Misericordia’s Student Financial Services Office to initiate the certification process and to request a MU Veteran Benefits Request Form. The MU Veteran Benefits Request Form must be completed and submitted every semester you wish to receive VA benefits.

Definition of an Academic Year

Financial aid is offered for one academic year. Misericordia University defines its academic year as the period of at least 30 weeks of instructional time that begins on the first day of classes in the fall semester and ends on the last day of examinations in the spring semester. During this period, a full-time undergraduate student would be expected to complete a minimum of 24 credits.

Renewal of Aid

Merit scholarships are renewed annually provided the student maintains a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.75. All other institutional scholarships are renewed annually pro-vided the student demonstrates satisfactory academic progress and is enrolled full-time, unless otherwise notified at time the scholarship is received. Students receiving a Resident Grant or Housing Stipend must meet the conditions above and remain in on-campus housing to renew the scholarship.

Need-based federal, state, and institutional financial aid is re-evaluated and renewed each year providing the student:

• Submits a FAFSA form and meet basic eligibility requirements
  • (Pennsylvania Residents May 1^st Deadline)
• Demonstrates financial need
• Maintains satisfactory academic progress

Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy

To receive or continue to receive federal, state, or university financial aid, all students must meet certain Academic Progress Requirements.

GPA- A minimum grade point average is required at the end of the academic year:

First-year undergraduates 1.75 GPA

All other undergraduate 2.00 GPA

Graduate level 3.00 GPA

Second Bachelors 2.00 GPA

Recipients of Merit scholarships must maintain a 2.75 GPA.

Pace of Completion– This measurement ensures that a student is completing their program(s) within the maximum time frame allowed. PACE is calculated by dividing total credits earned by total credits attempted and includes accepted transfer and advanced standing credits in both the numerator and denominator. PACE is measured annually at the conclusion of the spring semester.

First and Second Academic Year pace of completion must be a minimum of 65%

Subsequent Academic Years pace of completion must be a minimum of 70%

To view the full Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy, pleaseclick here to upload the Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy

Monitoring Satisfactory Academic Progress

Both PACE and GPA requirements are measured at the end of each spring semester. Students not meeting PACE and/or the minimum GPA will have their financial aid suspended until they earn the sufficient number of credits and/or meet the minimum GPA requirements, or have successfully appealed for an exception to the requirements.

Right to Appeal

If a student feels that satisfactory progress was impossible to attain because of extenuating circ*mstances, i.e. death in the family, extended illness, etc., the student may appeal. The appeal must explain the extenuating circ*mstance(s) that led to their academic problems and explain what has changed in their situation that will allow themto make satisfactory progress at the next evaluation. The appeal must be in writing, include supporting documentation, an academic plan completed with the Student Success Center, and be sent to the Student Financial Services Office. The appeal will be reviewed and a decision will be made within 10 days of receipt. Students will be notified of the decision via their Misericordia email.

Academic Progress for Pennsylvania State Grant

Undergraduate students who are recipients of the PA State Grant must successfully complete a minimum number of credits each semester they are enrolled to receive a PA state grant in the following academic year. A part time student must successfully complete a minimum of six (6) semester credits per semester (or 12 credits in a year). Full time students must successfully complete a minimum of twelve (12) semester credits per semester (or 24 credits in a year). Credits earned for repeat courses which were previously counted when PA State Grant progress was verified cannot be counted again. Academic progress for PA State Grant is reviewed by the Student Financial Services office at the conclusion of the Summer semester.

Additional Requirements and Rights

Students may take coursework outside the academic requirements for their degree; however, theyshould be aware that Title IV financial aid, PA state grants, and Veterans Administration aid may not be used to cover the costs associated with such courses. The Student Financial Services Office should be consulted on the impact of taking coursework outside the degree requirements prior to finalizing theirregistration.

Aid from outside sources must be reported to the student financial services office. Such outside aid may result in a change in eligibility status for aid previously offered.

Aid will vary according to enrollment status (full or part-time) and housing status (resident, off-campus, or commuter). Students must inform the student financial services office of any status changes after their aid is offered. Students may request an appointment with the student financial services office to review the information that determines their aid and the amount of their financial aid offer.

Students and families have the right to request that their financial aid be reviewed if the student or family has experienced unusual or special circ*mstances which affected their financial situation.

Policy

Special and Unusual Circ*mstances

The Student Financial Services Office realizes that students and their families experience unforeseen circ*mstances and/or expenses during an academic year. A special circ*mstance request isa way for a student and their family to communicate about changes and circ*mstances that could not be reflected or explained on the FAFSA.Although considerations for specific situations are limited, we may be able to give additional consideration for certain situations as described below:

• Special Circ*mstancesare defined as changes in a student and/or parent’s financial circ*mstances.
• Unusual Circ*mstancesare defined as changes in a student’s dependency status.

Downloadable forms can be found on our website. Click Here to View Forms.Please download and complete the form that corresponds with the financial aid year you are wishing to submit a request.

Examples of Special Circ*mstances CONSIDERED

• Loss or reduction in family income (student and/or parent) due to loss of employment, reduction of hours, illness, etc.
• Termination of child support, alimony, or worker’s compensation
• Change in martial status (separated, divorced, widowed) after the FAFSA was filed
• Unreimbursed medical expenses
• Death of a family member whose income was reported on the FAFSA
• Other special circ*mstances outside of the student’s control

Examples of Special Circ*mstances NOT Considered

• Purchasing material items such as a car, home appliances, vacations, second homes, etc.
• High consumer debt
• Credit issues, line of credit changes, previous student loan debt, etc.
• Medical bills paid by health insurance or that will be reimbursed by health care coverage.
• Siblings or parents who are also attending college. Siblings are already taken into account on the FAFSA.

Examples of UnusualCirc*mstances CONSIDERED

• Victims of human trafficking
• Refugee or asylee status
• Parental abandonment or incarceration
• Abusive family environment
• Parents are incapacitated
• Both parents became deceased after filing the FAFSA
• Unaccompanied youth who is homeless or is self-supporting and at risk of being homeless

Examples of Unusual Circ*mstances NOT Considered

• Parents do not claim you as a dependent on their tax return
• Parents are not helping you pay for college
• No longer living with parents (unless due to one of the unusual circ*mstances listed in the section above)

Misericordia University Scholarships/Grantfor Incoming Full-time Students

Please note that the maximum amount for any combination of scholarships and grants is the annual full-time undergraduate tuition. Gift aid cannot be applied towards fees, housing, and food charges.

The following scholarships/grants are available to full-time undergraduate students. Students must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress, full-time enrollment, and housing status (if applicable), to retain institutional scholarships/grants.

The Sister Mary Glennon ‘62 Full Tuition Scholarship- Eligible students must have a 3.7 GPA, or be ranked in the top 5% of class, and will take part in an essay writing competition (held on several days in late January/early February), and the top scoring students will return to campus in late February for an interview with committee members. Students who receive a SMG scholarship are required to reside in on-campus housing for two academic years.

Click here to learn more about the Sister Mary Glennon ‘62 Full-Tuition Scholarship

Merit Scholarship -To demonstrate its commitment to academic excellence, the University offers financial assistance to incoming freshmen who have attained outstanding academic records. The annual scholarships are renewable until graduation, provided minimum grade point averages (2.75 at the conclusion of the spring semester), satisfactory academic progress, and full-time enrollment are maintained. The minimum averages required for retention of the scholarship are outlined in the scholarship notification letter. Annual amounts range from $10,000 to $25,000 (these amounts include the University’s Residential Grant for students living on campus). Students are automatically given scholarship consideration at time of admission.

Misericordia Success Grant -Todemonstrate its commitment to academic success, the University offers a non-need based grant to incoming first year students who show determination and have academic promise. The annual grant is renewable until graduation, provided satisfactory academic progress and full-time enrollment is maintained. The grant is offered in the amount of $13,000. Students are automatically given consideration of this grant at time of admission.

Residential Grant(students entering 2024-2025) -This non-need based grant of $3,000is given to a student who will reside in on-campus housing. Students who receive this grant must maintain satisfactory academic progress, full-time enrollment, and maintain on-campus residency.

Non Pennsylvania Resident Grant -This need-based grant is given to students who resides outside of Pennsylvania and are living on campus. This annual grant is renewable providedon-campus residency.Students who receive the Non-PA Grantmust maintain satisfactory academic progress and file the FAFSA form each year.

Alumni Legacy- Incoming full-time students who are the children or grandchildren of Misericordia University alumni will receive a $1,000 annual scholarship.

Alumni ReferralAward -Incoming students who have indicated (by name) on their application for admission that they have been encouraged to apply by a Misericordia University Alumniwill receive a $500 annual scholarship.

Sibling Scholarship -A non-need-based scholarship of $1,000 per year is available when twoor more eligible siblings are concurrently enrolled full time (charged flat rate tuition) at the institution. Scholarship is given to the eldest sibling. If more than two siblings are enrolled, the eldest sibling(s) will receive the Sibling Grant.

Mission Grant -Through its own fund-raising effort, Misericordia University provides substantial financial assistance to students who demonstrate significant financial needthrough need-based Mission Grants. These need-based grants help over 65 percent of Misericordia students meet their University costs. These grants are available to undergraduate full-time students with demonstrated financial need. Grants range yearly depending on need, total cost of attendance, available funds, and other aid received by the student. Students who receive the Mission Grant must maintain satisfactory academic progress, full-time enrollments, and file the FAFSA form each year.Changes in Housing status will impact a student’s eligibility, which is determined each year.

Charlotte W. Newcombe Foundation

Newcombe Scholarship eligibility requirements:

• Man or Woman, age 25 or older
• Minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.5
• Demonstrated financial need
• Enrolled full time or part time in a traditional or accelerated undergraduate program
• Completed at least half of the credits towards degree program

Endowed Scholarships -Individuals and businesses close to Misericordia University sponsor scholarships which are available to qualified students.

Misericordia University Scholarships/Grants for Transfer Full-time Students

Merit Scholarship -To demonstrate its commitment to academic excellence, the University offers financial assistance to incoming transfers who have attained outstanding academic records. The annual scholarships are renewable until graduation, provided minimum grade point averages, full-time enrollment, and satisfactory academic progress are maintained. The minimum averages required for retention of the scholarship are outlined in the scholarship notification letter. Annual scholarship amounts range from $7,000 to $13,000 (these amounts include the University’s Residential Grant for students living on campus). Students are automatically given scholarship consideration at time of admission.

Misericordia Success Grant- To demonstrate its commitment to academic success, the University offers a non-need based grant to incoming transfer students who show determination and have academic promise. The annual grant is renewable until graduation, provided satisfactory academic progress and full-time enrollment is maintained. The grant is offered in the amount of $5,000. Students are automatically given consideration of this grant at time of admission.

Residential Grant(students entering 2024-2025) -This non-need based grant of $3,000is given to a student who will reside in on-campus housing. Students who receive this grant must maintain satisfactory academic progress, full-time enrollment, and maintain on-campus residency.

Non Pennsylvania Resident Grant -This need-based grant is given to students who resides outside of Pennsylvania and are living on campus. This annual grant is renewable providedon-campus residency.Students who receive the Non-PA Grantmust maintain satisfactory academic progress and file the FAFSA form each year.

Misericordia Transfer Award -Transfer students who have earned an Associate’s Degree from Lackawanna College or Keystone College receive a $1,000 annual award. Transfer students who have earned an Associate’s Degree from Luzerne County Community College receive a $4,000 annual award.

Phi Theta Kappa- Transfer students who provide proof of membership to Phi Theta Kappa receive a $1,000 annual grant.

Alumni Legacy- Incoming full-time students who are the children or grandchildren of Misericordia University alumni will receive a $1,000 annual scholarship.

Sibling Scholarship -A non-need-based scholarship of $1,000 per year is available when twoor more eligible siblings are concurrently enrolled full time (charged flat rate tuition) at the institution. Scholarship is given to the eldest sibling. If more than two siblings are enrolled, the eldest sibling(s) will receive the Sibling Grant.

Charlotte W. Newcombe Foundation

Newcombe Scholarship eligibility requirements:

• Man or Woman, age 25 or older
• Minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.5
• Demonstrated financial need
• Enrolled full time or part time in a traditional or accelerated undergraduate program
• Completed at least half of the credits towards degree program

Endowed Scholarships -Individuals and businesses close to Misericordia University sponsor scholarships which are available to qualified students.

Misericordia University Scholarships/Grants for Part-time Students

Please note that the maximum amount for any combination of scholarships and grants is the cost of undergraduate tuition. Gift aid cannot be applied toward fees.

The following scholarships/grants are available to part-time students. Students must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress.

Alumni Discount

Alumni may qualify for tuition discounts based on their continued program of study. Contact the Student Financial Services Office at 570-674-6222 or email[emailprotected]for details.

Charlotte W. Newcombe Foundation

Newcombe Scholarship eligibility requirements:

• Man or Woman, age 25 or older
• Minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.5
• Demonstrated financial need
• Enrolled full time or part time in a traditional or accelerated undergraduate program
• Completed at least half of the credits towards degree program

Newcombe Scholarships are intended to provide less than the full cost of attendance for the semester or year. Scholarship funds may be credited to the student’s financial aid account and used to cover only standard categories within “cost of attendance,” specifically including tuition, education-related fees, academic textbooks, child care, practice teaching, and internship experience.

Federal Financial Aid

Federal Financial Aid eligibility is determined by fi ling the Free Application forFederal Student Aid (FAFSA) form every year that a student is enrolled atstudentaid.gov.

Basic eligibility requirements that a student must demonstrate:

• demonstratefinancial needfor need-basedfederal student aid programs;
• be a U.S. citizen or aneligible noncitizen;
• have a valid Social Security number (with the exception of students from the Republic of the Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, or the Republic of Palau);
• be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as aregular studentin an eligible degree or certificate program;
• maintainsatisfactory academic progressin college or career school;
• provide consent and approval to have your federal tax information transferred directly into your 2024–25Free Application for Federal Student Aid(FAFSA^®) form, if you’re applying for aid for July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025;
• sign the certification statement on the FAFSA form stating that you’re not in default on a federal student loan, you do not owe money on a federal student grant, and you’ll only use federal student aid for educational purposes; and
• show you’re qualified to obtain a college or career school education.

Federal Grants

Federal Pell Grant- Thisfederal program provides need-based grants depending on financial need and educational costs. Students who have not yet completed their first undergraduate degree may be eligible. Eligibility is determined by filingthe “Free Application for Federal Student Aid.”(FAFSA) All students who seek financial aid from Misericordia University are considered for this grant by filing the FAFSA each academic year.

Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant -This federal program provides need-based grants to undergraduate students with the highest demonstrated financial need. Grants range from $250to $500 yearly depending on need, available funds and other aid received by the student. Eligibility for these funds is automatically evaluated each academic year for all students who complete the FAFSA.

Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grant -The TEACH Grant is a program designed for Education majors enrolled in the high need fields of Special Education, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and English as a second language. Incoming first year applicants must have achieved a 3.25 high school grade point average (GPA). Current students must maintain a 3.25 GPA. A TEACH Grant recipient must serve as a full-time teacher in a low-income school for at least four academic years within eight years after completing the course of study. Otherwise, the grant will convert to a Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan that must be repaid. The annual award is $4,000, with aggregates not to exceed $16,000 for undergraduates or $8,000 for graduate students.

As required by theBudget Control Act of 2011(the sequester law), any TEACH Grant where the first disbursem*nt is on or after October 1, 2021 and before October 1, 2022 requires a reduction of 5.7 percent from the award amount for which the student would otherwise have been eligible.

For more information on the TEACH Grant Eligibility and Requirements, please go to studentaid.gov

Loans

Before you Borrow: Choosing to borrow a Federal or Private Loan is a decision to consider seriously before entering into a loan agreement. Loans can be a wonderful way to make attending college possible but many students enter into loan agreements without fully understanding the terms associated with borrowing money. Loans must be repaid when you’re no longer enrolled in school.Loans, unlike grants and scholarships, areborrowed moneythat eventually must be repaid, with interest.

Students and borrowers are strongly advised to borrow through the Federal Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loan program first. If additional loan funds are still needed, we recommend the Federal Direct PLUS (for the parents of dependent students) and the Federal Direct Graduate PLUS (for graduate students).

There are significant differences between federal loans and private education loans. Students are encouraged to exhaust financing options such as federal loan programs before considering a private education loan as they may provide more favorable provisions.

Federal Loans

Federal Direct Subsidized/Unsubsidized Student Loan

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) serves as the primary application for these loans and must be completed each year if you wish to continue to obtain federal student loan funds. There are two components to the Direct Loan Program which are Subsidized and Unsubsidized. For these programs, the student is the borrower.

Direct Subsidized Loansare need based student loans that are available to undergraduate students.These include full interest subsidy during the in school period. This means that the federal government will pay your interest while you are in school and your loan principal is deferred.

Direct Unsubsidized Loansare student loans that are not based on financial need. Therefore, they are available to undergraduate and graduate students. These loans accrue interest while in school.

The loan origination fee is deducted proportionately from each loan disbursem*nt the schools receives. This means the money the school receives will be less than the amount borrowed.Borrowers are responsible for repaying the entire amount borrowed and not just the amount received.

The exact amount of loan eligibility is determined by the following formula: educational costs minus financial aid, minus Student Aid Index (previously called Expected Family Contribution- EFC)as calculated by the U.S. Dept. of Ed.

Annual Limits for Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans

(1) Direct Extended Unsubsidized is available only to independent students and dependent students whose parent(s) have been denied a Direct PLUS loan.

Aggregate Limits for Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans

Loan Entrance Counseling and Master Promissory Note

All students borrowing federal loans must completeLoan Entrance Counselingand electronically sign aMaster Promissory Note (MPN).

Entrance Counselingensures you understand the terms and conditions of your loan and your rights and responsibilities. You’ll learn what a loan is, how interest works, your options for repayment, and how to avoid delinquency and default.

The MPNis a legal document in which you promise to repay your loan(s) and any accrued interest and fees to the U.S. Department of Education. It also explains the terms and conditions of your loan(s).

Decline Your Federal Student Loan(s)

Students who file a FAFSA and meet all eligibility requirements are considered for Direct Loan(s). These loans are included on your financial aid offer letter that is sent from the Student Financial Services office. Eligibility is determined each academic year.

Students are not required to accept thefederal student loan(s) offered to them if they do not need the funding. To decline all or part of your federal direct student loans, students cansend an email from their Misericordia student email to their financial aid counselor or[emailprotected]with the subject “Decline Student Loans.” Students need to send an email each academic year that they would like to decline their loan(s).

Direct PLUS Loan for Parents

This program is availableto credit-worthy parents of dependent undergraduates to borrow up to the total cost of attendance for the period of enrollment after other financial assistance.A loan application and credit check must be completed each academic year.

Note:Grandparents (unless they have legally adopted the dependent student) and legal guardians are not eligible to receive parent PLUS loans, even if they have had primary responsibility for raising the student.

The loan origination fee is deducted proportionately from each loan disbursem*nt the schools receives. This means the money the school receives will be less than the amount borrowed.Borrowers are responsible for repaying the entire amount borrowed and not just the amount received.

We recommend that the PLUS application be submitted no earlier than May 1st as the credit check expires after 90 days.

Parents must complete a PLUS Master Promissory Note (MPN) and those who have adverse credit history and have obtained an endorser or appealed the credit decision must also complete PLUS Counseling in addition to the MPN.

If a parent is denied a Direct PLUS Loan, the student is eligible to borrow additional Direct Unsubsidized Loan funds.

Direct PLUS Loan for Graduate or Professional Students

This program is available to credit-worthy graduate or professional students to borrow up to the cost of attendance for the period of enrollment after other financial assistance. A loan application and credit check must be completed each academic year.We strongly encourage students to consider this loan program when looking for additional funding beyond the Direct Loan program.

The loan fee is deducted proportionately from each loan disbursem*nt received. This means the money the school receives will be less than the amount you borrow. Parents areresponsible for repaying the entire amount borrowed and not just the amount received.

Exit Counseling

All Federal Loan borrowers must complete exit counseling when the student leaves school (due to withdrawal or graduation) ordrops below half-time enrollment. The purpose of exit counseling is to ensure borrowers understand their student loan obligations and are prepared for repayment. Exit Counseling will provide borrowers with repayment options that best suit theirfuture plans and goals.

Repayment of Federal Loans

The repayment of your principal balance can be deferred until the student completes their program of study or drop to less than half-time status.

For most federal student loan types, after you graduate, leave school, or drop below half-time enrollment, you have a six-month grace period before you must begin making payments. This grace period gives you time to get financially settled and to select your repayment plan. Not all federal student loans have a grace period. Note that for most loans,interest accrues during your grace period. The interest that accrues during your grace period will be added to the outstanding balance of your loan, but it will not be capitalized.You can always pay the unpaid accrued interest before entering repayment.

Grace Periods of Federal Loans

• Direct Subsidized Loans and Direct Unsubsidized Loans have a six-month grace period before payments are due.
• PLUS loans do not have a grace period; but if you received a PLUS loan as a graduate or professional student, you’ll automatically get a six-month deferment after you graduate, leave school, or drop below half-time enrollment. No payments are required during this six-month deferment period. If you’re a parent borrower who took out a PLUS loan to pay for your child’s education, you can request a six-month deferment after your child graduates, leaves school, or drops below half-time enrollment.

Nursing Loan

This program makes low interest funds available to Nursing majors who demonstrate financial need. Students who properly complete the aid application process as previously described will be automatically evaluated for eligibility for Nursing Loan assistance. If eligible, the student will receive notification from the Student Financial Services Office along with a Nursing Loan Application. The current interest rate is 5% with repayment deferred until nine months after the student graduates, withdraws, or drops below six credits. Additional provisions for deferment of repayment are available from the Student Financial Services Office.

Federal Work-study

Funded by the federal government, this program provides part-time employment for eligible students during the academic year and the summer. Jobs are available on campus and in the local community. Students must demonstrate financial need to be eligible. Students seeking Federal work-study employment must file a FAFSA. Eligible students will be notified when work-study positions are open for application. Earnings from work-study are paid to students on a bi-weekly basis via direct deposit.

Pennsylvania State Financial Aid Programs

Eligibility and grant amounts are determined by the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) for each program. The deadline for application is May 1 prior to the start of the academic year for which aid is requested.

Pennsylvania State Grant (PA State Grant) -The Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) determines eligibility and awards need-based grants to Pennsylvania residents. To be considered for a Pennsylvania (PA) State Grant, you must fill out the FAFSA and complete the PA State Grant Form by May 1st of each year.

If you have filed your FAFSA, PHEAA will send you an email with your next steps to log into GrantUs and apply for a PA State Grant. Grant status can be verified athttps://grantus.pheaa.org/ or by calling 1-800-692-7392.

• Prepare
  • Before you apply for a PA State Grant, find out whether you meet the eligibility requirements and how much money you can expect to receive.
• Apply or Renew
  • To be considered for a PA State Grant, you must fill out the FAFSA. If you are a first-time applicant, you must also complete the PA State Grant Form and High School Form. Most renewal students will not have to complete the PA State Grant Form and High School Form.
• After you Apply or Renew
  • Sign in to your GrantUs account to view your PA State Grant status or to make changes to your school or program information. If you are a renewal applicant, make sure your information is up to date.
• PA State Grant Program FAQ
  • Find answers to some common questions about the PA State Grant Program.
• PA State Grant Documents and Forms
  • Need to make changes to your PA State Grant data? Choose the document or form that best fits your situation.

In addition to the PA State Grant, PHEAA offers educational aid to eligible students. Explore the other aid programs and eligibility requirements at https://www.pheaa.org/funding-opportunities/other-educational-aid/

Other State Grants- Many statesprovide grants to their residents which can be used at colleges in other states. Prospective students should contact their high school guidance office or their state higher education office to learn more about their state programs and to obtain applications.

PA Fostering Independence Tuition Waiver (FosterEd) Program

The PA FosterED program was created by Act 16 of 2019 and amended by Act 49 of 2019. The program mandates that postsecondary institutionsin the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania waive tuition and mandatoryfees for youth or are or were in foster care. The PA FosterED program provides a waiver for tuition and mandatory fees charged by most postsecondary education institutions located in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for youth who are or were in foster care.Tuition and mandatory fees do not include room and board charges, books, supplies, parking, or any other indirect charges.

This waiver covers charges that remain after other gift aid (federal, state, and other scholarships or grants) is applied to the eligible student’s account.

Eligibility Requirements:

In order to qualify for the waiver for 2024-2025 the student must:

• File a 2024-25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
• File a PA State Grant Form or PA State Grant Summer Application for the academic terms in which you requested the waiver
• Be a Pennsylvania resident
• Have not reached age 26 by July 1 of the upcoming academic year in which the waiver will be awarded
• Have graduated from high school or received a Commonwealth Secondary School Diploma
• Be eligible for services under Pennsylvania’s John H. Chafee Foster Care Program for Successful Transition to Adulthood
• Be identified as a youth who has experienced foster care at age 16 or older or, after attaining 16 years of age, exited foster care to adoption or permanent legal custodianship (PLC)
• Be enrolled as an undergraduate, at least half-time in a postsecondary institution that is approved by the U.S. Department of Education for Title IV student assistance programs inPA
• Have unmet costs for the PA Chafee Education and Training Grant (Chafee ETG) Program, as determined by the postsecondary institution
• Maintain satisfactory academic progress (as determined by the postsecondary institution)
• Not be in default on a federal student loan or owe a refund on other Title IV aid
• Have not received a FosterEd waiver for 5 years (consecutive or not), defined as 10 semesters or the equivalent for undergraduate study

Students who intend to transfer to a different institution during the 2024-25 academic year should notify PHEAA via email to[emailprotected]or by calling 1-800-692-7392.

Institutional Work-study

The university maintains this work-study program through its own funding. It assists students who are not eligible to participate in the federal program, but who need to earn part of their university expenses through employment.

Part-time Jobs

Some part-time employment is available in the community for students. Students who are interested in part-time employment opportunities should inquire at the Insalaco Center for Career Development.

Refunds of Overpayments

Refunds of credit balances on student accounts caused by overpayment (either from financial aid or personal transaction) will be processed in the Student Financial Services Office within 10 days from the date on which the credit balance occurs. The 10 days gives the university time to verify the amount of refund, to check on any other charges, and to confer with the Director of Student Financial Services.

Student refund requests must be approved by the Director of Student Financial Services. Students are advised to begin the academic year with sufficient funds to pay for books and living expenses until refund checks are issued.

Tuition Payment Options

Payment Policy for Part-time Students

At the time of registration, a part-time student must make arrangements for paying tuition and fees. The student may either pay for the course in full, have financial aid to cover the amount due, or participate in either the deferred payment plan or the tuition reimbursem*nt payment plan. The details of the two payment plans are discussed below.

Tuition Reimbursem*nt Payment Plan for Part-time Students

Students who receive tuition benefits from their employer may be eligible to participate in Misericordia University’s Tuition Reimbursem*nt Payment Plan. Generally, this payment plan permits tuition and fees to be paid up to 30 days after the issuance of grades instead of at the time of registration for the course. The requirements of the plan are as follows:

• Only part-time students are eligible.
• A tuition reimbursem*nt letter from the employer must be on file prior to registration and must be updated annually. The letter must state the terms of the benefit.
• Students must keep the original invoice and final grades for employer verification. Duplicate invoices and grade sheets will not be issued.
• It is the responsibility of the student, not the employer, to ensure that payment is made within the 30 day period. Students who fail to make payment within the 30 day grace period may be removed from the tuition reimbursem*nt payment plan.
• The 30 day grace period does not apply to graduating students.
• Students who are receiving only partial tuition benefits must make arrangements to pay the costs that are not covered by the employer at the time of registration.

Deferred Payment Plan for Part-time Students

Misericordia University provides an option for students or parents to pay tuition, fees and other charges on a deferred payment plan. The plan permits educational costs to be spread over a period of time. The requirements of the plan are as follows:

• Only part-time students are eligible.
• A down payment of 20 percent of the total term/semester charges is required by the due date of the semester.
• Deferments are limited to one term/semester; the unpaid balance must be paid one week before final examinations for that term/semester.
• Students who fail to meet their deferred payment obligations will be dropped from the plan.

Tuition Payment Plan for Full-time Students

Full-time time students have the option to schedule monthly payments through Transact (formerly Cash Net). There is an annual fee to cover the processing of payments. To maximize payments, students should enroll in the plan starting May 15th. The annual payment plan begins in the month of July prior to the start of the fall semester and ends April 1st. Semester only plans are available. Enroll at https://commerce.cashnet.com/cashnet/MISERICORDIAPAY or call 1-877-821-0625.

Credit Card Payments

Misericordia University accepts VISA, MasterCard, and Discover credit cards for payment of tuition and fees.A 2.5% processing fee applies.

Refund Policies and Return of Financial Aid

Withdrawal Policy for Full Time Student

When a full-time student (a student who is charged the full-time flat rate) withdraws from the university, theymust complete an official withdrawal clearance as indicated in either the undergraduateor graduate sectionof the catalog.

When a student drops or withdraws from a course with penalty, tuition will be cancelled at the following percentage rates. All fees including general, program, course and miscellaneous feesare non-refundable. Friday is considered the last day of the week for refunds unless noted.

After the Census date of the sub term that a student is enrolled (the 100% date), there is no refund on any fees.

In circ*mstances when the university initiates a student withdrawal, the student will be financially responsible based on the refund schedule for that semester.

Tuition

No refund will be given on Tuition after the seventh week.

Seven, Six, Five, and Four Week Courses

Housing (Voluntary)

No refund will be given on Housingafter the fourth week.

Meal Plan (Voluntary)

No refund will be given on Meal Plansafter the seventh week

Change of Academic Status

If a student drops credits which will change their academic status from full to part-time (below 12 credits for undergraduate and below 9 credits for graduate students) prior to the full semester add/drop deadline as indicated on the academic calendar, the full-time tuition charges originally assessed will be adjusted to reflect the per credit tuition rate. ACHANGE OF ACADEMIC STATUS FORMMUST BE COMPLETED AND RETURNED TO THE STUDENT FINANCIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT.

Refund Policy for Part-time Student

If a part-time studentwithdraws from the university, theymust file an official notice of withdrawal with the Center for Adult and Continuing Education.

When a student drops or withdraws from a course with penalty, tuition will be cancelled at the following percentage rates. All fees (including general, program, course and miscellaneous fees) are non-refundable. Friday is considered the last day of the week for refunds unless noted.

After the Census date of the sub term that a student is enrolled (the 100% date), there is no refund on any fees.

In circ*mstances when the university initiates a student withdrawal, the student will be financially responsible based on the refund schedule for that semester.

Full Semester Courses (15 weeks’ fall or spring 13 weeks’ summer)

No refund will be given after the seventh week.

Seven, Six, Five, and Four Week Courses

No refund will be given after the second week.

Financial Aid Refund Policy

Students that withdraw, drop, are dismissed, or take a leave of absence from school should consult with the Student Financial Services Office on how the refund policy applies to their situation.

Return of Federal Title IV Funds (R2T4)

The Student Financial Services Office is required by federal statute to recalculate federal financial aid eligibility for students who withdraw, drop, are dismissed, or take a leave of absence prior to completing 60% of a payment period or term, or receives all failing grades because the student ceases enrollment and does not formally withdraw. FederalTitleIV financial aid must be recalculated in these situations.

Federal financial aid is earned for each day until the date of withdrawal. The total days in the term are the calendar days that begin on the first day of class and end on the last day of finals. Any breaks of five days or more (including weekends) are subtracted from the total number of days in the term. To arrive at a percentage, the days enrolled prior to withdrawal are divided into the total number of days in the term that the student was scheduled to complete. This percentage determines the amount of federal aid that is earned. The remainder is the amount of federal aid that is unearned and must be repaid.

For example, if a student withdraws after attending 22 days of their scheduled 110 day term, their percentage of earned aid is 22/110 = 20.0%. The student in this scenario earned 20.0% of their aid, 80.0% of their federal aid is unearned and returned to the federal programs. If a student withdraws after 60% of the term, they have fully earned all federal aid.

If a student earned less aid than was disbursed, the institution would be required to return the portion of funds that the student did not earn. The university must return the amount of Title IV funds for which it is responsible no later than 30 days after the date of the determination of the date of the student’s withdrawal. Please note that students who receive a refund of financial aid prior to withdrawal from the University may owe a repayment of federal financial aid funds received. Students will be contacted by the Financial Aid Office in such situations and will be given 30 days to repay the funds to the University. Students who fail to return the unearned portion of federal financial aid funds given to them will become ineligible for continued receipt of financial aid at all institutions until such time as the repayment is made.

Misericordia follows the federal guidelines when calculating the portion of federal financial aid a student has earned. Once the amount of the federal funds to be returned has been calculated, the funds will be returned in the following order and cannot exceed the total amount awarded:

• Unsubsidized Federal Direct Loans
• Subsidized Federal Direct Loans
• Federal Direct Parent (PLUS) Loans
• Federal Pell Grants
• Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (SEOG)
• TEACH Grants

Students who are recipients of Title IV Fundssubsequently withdraw and have their tuition adjusted retroactively due to extenuating circ*mstances, will still be subject to Title IV Federal ReturnCalculation.

Return of State Funds

Pennsylvania and other state grants will be adjusted in accordance with each agency’s stated guidelines. It is expected that PA State Grant funds will be reduced by the same percent of reduction in tuition received by a student when withdrawing from the University.

Return of Institutional Scholarships and Grants

Institutional scholarships and grants will be reduced by the same percent of reduction in tuition received by a student when withdrawing from the University.

When a student fails to earn a passing grade during an enrollment period

If a student that began attendance and has not officially withdrawn fails to earn a passing grade in at least one course offered over an enrollment period, the university must assume, for Title IV purposes, that the student has unofficially withdrawn, unless it can be documented that the student completed the period of enrollment. Students will be considered to have withdrawn at the midpoint of the period of enrollment if a last date of academic activity cannot be determined.

Administrative Regulation and Payment of Tuition and Fees

Misericordia University students are expected to pay their bills in a timely manner. Interest is charged monthly on unpaid balances. The student financial services office personnel assist students in meeting their financial obligations and will discuss reasonable payment schedules in extraordinary cases. In order to assure the collection of money due the university, students with unpaid balances for tuition, fees, bookstore charges, library fines, parking fines, or any other Misericordia University approved fee or fine will be denied the following privileges or services:

1. Class registration.
2. Participation in commencement ceremonies and the awarding of diplomas.
3. Transcript issue.
4. Residence hall reservation privileges.

This policy is waived for students who receive tuition benefits, rehabilitation benefits or veterans’ education benefits under chapter 31 or 33 that will satisfy their balance.

Endowed Scholarships

Individuals and businesses close to Misericordia University sponsor scholarships which are available to qualified students each year.

Eligibility criteria and award information are available in the student financial aid services office.

Louis and Barbara Alesi Scholarship

Alumni Board Scholarship

Geraldine Ruth Daley Anderson Scholarship

Robert S. Anderson, MD, Pre-Med Scholarship

Vicki Austin Women with Children Scholarship

Dr. Thomas E. Baker Scholarship

Marianne R. Baloga ‘63 Scholarship

Sarah Sterner Barr ‘48 Scholarship

Frances Wilchek Beisel Scholarship

Irene E. Belarski ‘50 Scholarship

Monsignor John Bendik Scholarship

Benedetti Family Scholarship

Mary Bevevino Scholarship

Adam T. and Mary H. Bialek Endowed Scholarship

Caroline Blaum and Catherine Fisher Scholarship for Women with Children

Ruth Bourger Women with Children Endowed Scholarship Fund

Ruth Matthews Bourger/Charlotte W. Newcombe Scholarship for Mature Women

Bourke Family Scholarship

Glenn Bozinski Family Scholarship

Brassington Family Scholarship

Leanne and Richard Brassington Scholarship

Amelia ‘51 and John Brislin Scholarship

Carole Flanagan Zoeller Brown Scholarship

Marita Delaney Burke ‘35 Scholarship

Dr. James A. Van Fleet and Mary Joan Van Fleet Burns ‘88, MSN Scholarship

Marion Burry ‘69 Scholarship

Victoria Cadwalader Nursing Scholarship

Bridget Carney Scholarship

Thomas, Edith, Karen and Patricia Carr Family Scholarship

Margaret A. Carroll Endowed Scholarship for Women in Science

Dorothy Williams Castellano Scholarship

Carmel Rose Cavanaugh ‘49 Scholarship

Ann Rhoda Chopick Scholarship

Citizens’ Voice Scholarship

Class of 1961 Scholarship

Class of 1965 Scholarship for Ruth Bourger Women with Children Program

Class of 1968 Scholarship

Class of 1972 Scholarship for the Ruth Bourger Women with Children Program

Anthony and Elizabeth Colonna Family and Sunshine Market Incorporated Scholarship

James J. Connery Scholarship

Helen O’Donoghue Connolly Scholarship

Dr. Joseph and Mrs. Marion Cooper Endowed Scholarship

Arlene Lawrence Coughlin ‘64 and James Coughlin Scholarship

Coughlin Family Scholarship

Rose Marie Miano Coughlin ‘60 Scholarship

Crahall Foundation Scholarship

Catherine Aigeldinger Cresko ‘66 Scholarship

Cronin/Moylan Scholarship

Curtis Family Scholarship

Daniel F. Daley, M.D. Memorial Scholarship

Matthew James Davis Memorial Scholarship

Mary Lawless Denney Class of 1968 Scholarship

Joseph Robert and Ann Marie Conforti Doggett Scholarship

Virginia Donlin ‘62 Scholarship

Mary Jane Donnelly Family Scholarship for Teacher Preparation

John L. Dorris, MD, FACS Scholarship

Dougherty Sisters Nursing Scholarship

Sharon Drasnin Scholarship

Florence Wilkinson Duffy Memorial Scholarship

Dorothy Kender Ehinger ‘51 Scholarship

Edith Elliott Scholarship

Farnan Family Scholarship

Wilma Paculavich Fenedick Scholarship for Women with Children

Jean Chorazy Fink Scholarship

Madeline Bonacci Fink Scholarship for Women with Children

First Federal Foundation Women with Children

Charles D. Flack Scholarship

Jeanne M. Flederbach ‘60 Scholarship

Mary Anne Bradley Foerster ‘59 Scholarship

Helen Barbara Fogel Scholarship

Fortinsky Scholarship

Sidney and Pauline Friedman Scholarship

Don and Debbie ‘81 Fries Scholarship for Women with Children

Mary Elizabeth “Mollie” Gallagher Scholarship

Sr. Wilfred Gallagher, RSM Scholarship

Darlene Bender Garland ‘91 Memorial OT Scholarship

Maria Grilli Gatta ‘68 Memorial Scholarship

Dr. Christine M. German Scholarship

Anna and Frank Gerold Scholarship

Frederick and Sarah Joyce Gerrity Scholarship

Rosemary Dvorsky Gido Scholarship for Community Justice and Mercy

Elizabeth B. Glosser ‘61 Scholarship

Graham Foundation Scholarship

Henry and Sylvia Greenwald Scholarship

Gronauer Family Scholarship

Grosek Family Scholarship for Women with Children

William Randolph Hearst Scholarship

MR Heart of Hearts Women with Children Scholarship

Kathleen P. Heidelberger, M.D. ‘61 Merit Tuition Scholarship

Jean Maloney Hemple ‘51 Scholarship

Henry Family Scholarship

Ann Marie Wysocki Hicks ‘65 Scholarship for Women with Children

Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Imaging/Sonography Scholarship

Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Nursing Scholarship

Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield OT Scholarship

Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield PA Scholarship

Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield PT Scholarship

Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield SLP Scholarship

Sister Hildegarde’s Justice and Mercy Scholarship for Women with Children

Myrtle E. Hilliard Scholarship

Barbara Holmes Scholarship

Joan Gout Host ‘78 Memorial Scholarship for Women with Children

Florence Matura Hozempa ‘47 Scholarship

Heather Huntzinger Memorial Scholarship

Joseph M. and Alice Rittinger Husovsky ‘64 Nursing Scholarship

Marlene Insalaco Memorial Scholarship

InterMetro Scholarship

Bettsi Jaeger ‘68 Scholarship

Walter and Catherine Janasie Scholarship

Jerista Family Scholarship

Judith Ferry Joyce ‘57 Scholarship

Dr. John Kachurick Sr. ‘96 Memorial Scholarship

Charles and Dolores Kosko Kaczinski Memorial Scholarship

Victoria W. Kazimi – Hope Scholarship

Mrs. John F. Kenny Scholarship

Stewart Emery and Mary Kerrigan ‘70 Nursing Scholarship

Mary Kilgallen ‘66 Endowed Scholarship

Marie Wittman Kilgallon ‘41 Scholarship

Kimberly Scholarship

Genevieve Mullin Kimbro Scholarship

Helen McCarthy Kirk Endowed Scholarship

Mary McDermott Klatt ‘54 Memorial Scholarship

Nicholas and Mary Kosko Memorial Scholarship

Joan Krause ‘58 Student Emergency Fund

Helene C. Kretchik ‘43 Scholarship

Jeremy Michael Kuba ‘19 Occupational Therapy Memorial Scholarship

Alexander J. Lacy Scholarship

Elizabeth and Salvatore Lanzetta Memorial Scholarship

Josephine Olash Lecnar ‘39 Scholarship

Leslie Fay Scholarship

Dorothea Perry Lieberman ‘57 Scholarship

Patricia Allman Littleton ‘70 Scholarship

Nancy Beck Loftus and Tony Mussari Endowed Scholarship

Nancy Smith Lynch ‘68 Scholarship

Stanley T. Lysiak Pre-Med Scholarship

Michael A. and Tina J. MacDowell Scholarship

Michael and Tina MacDowell/Charlotte W. Newcombe Foundation Scholarship

Dr. Louis Maganzin Scholarship

Mama Family Scholarship for Women with Children

Brian Harvey and Sherry Manetta ‘72 Scholarship for Women with Children

Joan W. Martin Women with Children Scholarship

Catherine Paglianite Martini ‘41 Scholarship

Anna Paglianite Mascioli Scholarship

Gertrude M. Mascolini Honorary Scholarship

Maslow Family Foundation Scholarship for Women with Children

Mary Jule Purcell McCarthy ‘52 Scholarship for Women with Children

Cecilia Corgan McCarthy ‘58 Scholarship

John A. McCole Scholarship

Claire Rinkin McDonnell ‘49 Scholarship

Karen McDonough Scholarship

Attorney Donald and Sheila O’Connell ‘64 McFadden Scholarship

Mary Ellen McGeehan ‘46 Scholarship

Mary Jane McGonegal Humanities Scholarship

McGowan Family Scholarship

Sr. Celestine McHale Valiant Woman Scholarship

John C. and Elizabeth Grady McNamara ‘41 Scholarship

Sister Cecilia Meighan RSM ‘58 Scholarship

Mercy Foundation Legacy Scholarship

Mercy Health Partners Scholarship

Sr. Jean Messaros ‘73 Scholarship for Women with Children

Mary Lauck Metz Endowed Scholarship for Women with Children

Misericordia International Scholar Fund

Misericordia University General Endowment Scholarship

Mission Foods Scholarship

Marian F. Jones Mitchell ‘44 Scholarship

John E. Morgan Foundation, Inc. Scholarship

Marguerite K. Moran and Margaret C. Morrissey Scholarship

Sr. Teresa Mary Moyles, RSM Scholarship

Patricia Mulgrew ‘48 Scholarship

Jean Olash Murphy ‘50 Scholarship

Marcella Nagorski Memorial Scholarship

Narsavage Family Scholarship

Robert Khalil Nasser Memorial Scholarship

Charlotte W. Newcombe Endowed Scholarship for Mature Students

Dean and Elizabeth Rienzo Noll ‘47 Scholarship

F. J. O’Brien Family Campus Ministry Servant Leadership Scholarship

Helen McAndrew O’Connor Scholarship

Sr. Miriam Theresa O’Donnell, RSM and Family Scholarship

Bishop William O’Hara Scholarship

Mary Jean Pulieri Paglianite Scholarship

Margaret C. Paye ‘49 Scholarship

Professor Emeritus David M. Payne, Sr. Memorial Scholarship

Pearsall Family Scholarship

Pehrsson Scholarship for Women with Children

Patricia Ann Lynott Perez Scholarship

Perrella Family Scholarship

Reverend John C. Petrasko Scholarship

Joseph and Sophie Pointek Scholarship

Freda Thalenfeld Popky ‘28, HD ‘07 Scholarship

John and Sharon Randolph Scholarship

Bertie Fowler Rasmussen Scholarship

William R. Reed Ph.D and Helene Flower Reed ‘66 Scholarship

Dr. Marie Louise Pachence Reeves 1962 Scholarship

Mary Isabel Gallagher Reiff ‘50 and Nancy Joan Gallagher ‘52 Scholarship

Reimiller Endowed Scholarship

Nelson F. Rodda and Rose M. Rodda Scholarship

Kitty Rooney ‘50 Memorial Prize

Frank Scott Rosenn Scholarship

Harold and Sallyanne Rosenn Scholarship

Rosenn Family Scholarship

Rosenn Scholarship Honoring Fr. William Hill and Sr. William Joseph Lydon

Sallyanne Rosenn ‘44 Scholarship

Gerald and Mary Ruddy Memorial Scholarship

Anna and Andrew Rusnock Scholarship

William H. Selden Jr. Scholarship

Adele F. Shahid ‘53/Charlotte W. Newcombe Endowed Scholarship

Carina Kwok-Lam Li Short/Charlotte W. Newcombe Scholarship

Rosemary A. Sigmond Scholarship

Theresa Husic Silliman ‘54 Alumni Scholarship

Sisters of Mercy of Dallas Scholarship

Sisters of Mercy Women with Children Scholarship

Marguerite M. Smith ‘42 Scholarship

Karen Smulowitz Scholarship

Donna Ayers Snelson Memorial Scholarship

Soyka Women Scholarship

Barbara Soyka/Charlotte W. Newcombe Scholarship

Grace Jones Spain Scholarship

Margaret Husic Spengler ‘36 Scholarship

James M. Stack Family Scholarship

Nettie D. Stefanko Scholarship

Student Government Scholarship

Anne-Marie Glut ‘50 and Katherine Szmagala ‘56 Scholarship

Stephen and Jo Anne Sabol Thorpe ‘57 Education Scholarship

Stephen and Jo Anne Sabol Thorpe ‘57 SLP Scholarship

Truong Ahn Thuy International Scholarship

Dr. Joseph Tomasovic Scholarship

Jan and Eleanor Trzcinski and Sons Scholarship

Elizabeth Richards Umphred ‘83 Scholarship

Nancy Behr Vanderhoef ‘77 Scholarship for Women with Children

Barbara Maziarz Victor ‘62 Endowed Scholarship

Vietnam Nurses Scholarship

Tara Helwig Vining, SLP-CCC Scholarship

Jean Tyrell Weinberg ‘52 Scholarship

Georgette Wells ‘47 Women of Color Empowerment Scholarship

Williams Emergency Fund for Women with Children

Frank and Geraldine Witt Scholarship

Anne Louise Wittman ‘56 Scholarship

Paul C. Woelkers ‘81 Endowed Scholarship

Wolanin Scholarship

John W. and Josephine Piazza Wolinsky Scholarship

Joan Gallo Zamborsky ‘68 Scholarship

Zesk Family Endowed Scholarship

Annual Scholarships

Appleseed Partnership Nursing Scholarship

Ash Family Scholarship

Joan Blockus Nursing Scholarship

Carrozza Scholarship of The Luzerne Foundation

Sandra M. Cichy-Becker MS, RN Annual Scholarship

Robert J. Clark, Jr. Memorial Scholarship

Class of 2019 Scholarship

Martha Barr Dunn ‘65 Scholarship

Good Citizen Scholarship

Ann Brancone Kavanagh ‘63 Women with Children Scholarship

Mary Jo Kopechne Scholarship

Catherine McAuley Fund

McGowan Cornerstone Award

McLean Contribution Scholarship

Mercy Relief Fund

Mericle Foundation Scholarship

Mericle Women with Children Scholarship

Moran Physical Therapy Scholarship

Mary McNelis Murphy Memorial Scholarship

Madelyn Sholtis Parrish Scholarship

Paul J. Siegel Family Scholarship

Dr. Corina Slaff Scholarship in honor of parents Constantin and Cornelia Niculescu

Barbara Soyka Fund for the Humanities

George F. Speace, M.D., FACS Pre-Med/Nursing Scholarship

Donald B. and Dorothy L. Stabler Foundation Scholarship for Women with Children

TJ Maxx Foundation Scholarship

UPS Scholarship

Wells Fargo Scholarship Fund

Wilkes-Barre General Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship Fund of The Luzerne Foundation

Williams Emergency Fund for Women with Children

Bobby Wright Memorial Scholarship for Women with Children