Misericordia University delivers a powerful liberal arts education so as to set our students apart from the competition. We believe that it is essential to provide you with the skills to think critically and communicate effectively so that you can adapt to any of life’s challenges. This gives our students a distinct advantage over graduates from other institutions and makes them more competitive in their chosen careers.
Read more about our recent distinctions below and visit ourfull-time undergraduate admissionsoradult educationpages to learn more about how Misericordia can help shape your future.
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Christopher Larson '19
B.S. Mathematics and Statistics
Alumni
Christopher Larson '19
B.S. Mathematics & Statistics
The Math/Stats double major is very marketable for future professionals. Most employers are looking for strong mathematical and analytical skills, which this path will provide you. It makes you a more marketable professional entering the workforce.
This program sets you up for success in graduate school. Having the background in both Math and Stats sets me apart from the rest of the students in my class. Instead of seeing information for the first time, you can build and reinforce prior knowledge making graduate level success that much more achievable.
Gardyney Deshommes
Senior, Government, Law, and National Security
Current Student
Gardyney Deshommes
Senior Government, Law and National Security Student
The Government, Law, and National Security program at Misericordia University has not only equipped me with the necessary skills and experiences to thrive in differentspaces, but helpedshape my thoughts in the areas ofnational security,globalpolicy and the complexities of the American legal system.
GNLS helped fosterin me the desireto becomewell-versed ina multitude of different arenas such as community engagement, service and professional development. Itconnected me to my true self, as it awakened my intellectual curiosityand my passion to serve.
The faculty and staff at Misericordia University have welcomed me with open arms and continue to help me cultivate my identity into one of confidence, compassion, and intelligence.
Sarah Bifano
Senior, Medical Imaging
Current Student
Sarah Bifano
Medical Imaging Student
Classroom learning combined with seven semesters of real-world experience has prepared me to excel as a future imaging professional. This unique program has provided personal growth in leadership, critical thinking, communication, and confidence that I will take along with me for the rest of my life.
In addition to hands-on clinical experience, students have the opportunity to experience an internship in an advanced imaging modality. This opportunity affords the students with the option to take both the registry exam as well as the exam in their advanced modality. The quality and amount of preparation built into this program gives students a rare opportunity to become their best selves.
The Medical Imaging Program at Misericordia University has given me countless opportunities and I am forever grateful.
Logan Zietler, MS, OTR/L
M.S. Occupational Therapy
Alumni
Logan Zietler, MS, OTR/L
My time in the Misericordia University OT program was one of the most challenging and rewarding experiences of my life. The program truly set out a path for success for me, both professionally and personally. The level of professionalism and preparedness to enter the field of OT that this school fostered in me is second to none.
Being accepted into the Misericordia University OT program was one of the most pivotal events in my life and I strongly encourage others to find their place, and success, within this program.
Misericordia Achievements
- Money Magazine lauds Misericordia for Quality and Affordability
- Washington Monthly magazine named Misericordia a "Best Bang for the Buck'' college
- Misericordia ranked 38th for the Best Online Colleges in PA
- Misericordia Earns Elite status in College Consensus Ranking
- Misericordia Achieves Top 10 National Ranking for Four-year Graduation Rates
Best National University and Best Value School for 2023-24 from U.S. News and World Reports’s 2023 edition of best colleges.
Misericordia University (MU) was again ranked in the latest U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges 2024 rankings, tied for #227 in overall rank nationally with other well-known universities such as Georgia State University, Kent State University, and the University of Alabama at Huntsville.
Misericordia was ranked #198 nationally for "Top Performers in Social Mobility," tied with Duke University and Old Dominion University, among others.
Its undergraduate nursing program moved up 56 points from last year, ranked at #472 nationally. Misericordia tied with several other institutions in this category, including Miami University at Hamilton and Mid-American Nazarene University.
Money Magazine lauds Misericordia for Quality and Affordability
Money Magazine 2023-24 Best Colleges list
Misericordia University was named to Money Magazine's The Best Colleges in America 2023 list based on quality and affordability, receiving a four-star ranking. Misericordia was the highest-ranked four-year institution in Luzerne County, and among the highest ranked in northeastern Pennsylvania.
Washington Monthly magazine named Misericordia a "Best Bang for the Buck'' college
Washington Monthly magazine named Misericordia a "Best Bang for the Buck'' college in 2023, as it is among the best "colleges in America that do the best job of helping non-wealthy students attain marketable degrees at affordable prices,'' according to Washington Monthly.
Misericordia ranked 38th for the Best Online Colleges in PA
Misericordia's online Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration degree program was named one of the best in the nation by Intelligent.com. This year, Misericordia's program ranked 42nd best in the United States. Additionally, Misericordia University ranked 38th for the Best Online Colleges in Pennsylvania.
Misericordia Earns Elite status in College Consensus Ranking
Misericordia University was ranked No. 17 on the list of Best Regional Universities - North and No. 245 on the list of Best Colleges and Universities in the country in a new ranking by College Consensus that combines the latest results from established "best college" ranking systems and student reviews posted online. The 2019 rankings also list Misericordia as No. 22nd on the list of Best Colleges and Universities in Pennsylvania and 31stout of 131 on the list of Best Catholic Colleges and Universities in the country.
Read more about Misericordia's elite status in the recent College Consensus rankings.
College Consensus has also ranked Misericordia University No. 18 in a list of the top 25 colleges and universities that provide online education. The university offers 14 undergraduate programs online and seven graduate degree programs.
Misericordia Achieves Top 10 National Ranking for Four-year Graduation Rates
Misericordia University achieved a Top 10 national ranking in The Chronicle of Higher Education for having one of the best four-year graduation rates among "primarily residential," four-year private nonprofit institutions of higher education.
Misericordia placed ninth in the nation with a 71.2% graduation rate, with Johns Hopkins University topping the list with an 87.1% graduation rate, followed by Cornell and Northwestern universities at 85.5% and 84.3%. The University of San Diego completed the Top 10 listing with a 69.5% four-year graduation rate.
Read more about Misericordia's Top 10 National Ranking.
*For 4-year private residential universities ranked by The Chronicle of Higher Education (2019)