Tuition and Fees
The charges below are for one semester, unless otherwise noted, during the 2024-2025 academic 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:
Tuition Full-time |
$19,200 |
(12-17 credits) |
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General Fee |
$985 |
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Tuition Part-time |
$695 |
per credit |
Full-time students taking more than 17 credits will be charged for additional credits at the rate of $695 per 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):
Tuition Full-time |
$14,000 |
(6 credits and greater) |
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General Fee |
$985 |
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Graduate - Masters (Occupational Therapy and Speech-Language Pathology):
Tuition Full-time |
$18,325 |
(9 credits and greater) |
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General Fee |
$985 |
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Tuition Part-time |
$850 |
per credit |
Full-time students taking more than 17 credits will be charged for additional credits at the rate of $850 per credit.
Graduate - Doctoral (Physical Therapy):
Tuition Full-time |
$16,900 |
(9 credits and greater) |
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General Fee |
$985 |
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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):
Undergraduate |
$1,166 |
Nursing BSN Hybrid Program |
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Undergraduate |
$770 |
Occupational Therapy Weekend |
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Undergraduate |
$695 |
Degree program |
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Graduate |
$925 |
Speech-Language Pathology (on-line) |
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Graduate |
$870 |
Nursing |
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Graduate |
$860 |
MBA, Entry Level Masters |
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Graduate |
$850 |
OT Weekend |
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Doctoral |
$870 |
DNP |
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Doctoral |
$870 |
OTD/PT |
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Graduate |
$850 |
Certificate program (Healthcare Leadership and Operations) |
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Graduate |
$455 |
Certificate program (Teacher Education Reading Specialist) |
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Undergraduate |
$480 |
Certificate program (Diagnostic Medical Sonography) |
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Undergraduate |
$460 |
Certificate program (Entrepreneurship Fundamentals) |
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Undergraduate |
$570 |
Certificate program (Geriatric Care Management) |
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Expressway |
$460 |
See description of Expressway Undergraduate Program |
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Graduate |
$315 |
Professional Development (Autism) |
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Graduate |
$320 |
Professional Development (Other) |
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Graduate |
$225 |
Professional Development (Virtual Education Software, inc. (VESi)) |
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General Fee |
$40 |
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Other Fees and Expenses:
Campus Housing |
$5,145 |
MacDowell Hall |
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$4,900 |
Townhouses |
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$4,800 |
Women With Children (Anne’s House, Moffat House, Pauly House, Rasmussen House) |
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$4,365 |
McGowan Hall |
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$4,335 |
Gildea Hall |
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$4,225 |
Alumnae Hall, McHale Hall |
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Graduate Housing |
$670 |
Single Room (10 mo., 12 mo., or 5 mo. Spring semester) |
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$585
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Double Room (10 mo., 12 mo., or 5 mo. Spring semester)
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Graduate Housing (per weekend) |
$50 |
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Single Room |
$900 |
Additional charge based on housing lottery seniority
Should vacancies occur in a student room, the remaining student is required to accept another roommate or be reassigned to another room. Students in suites or townhouses must maintain the stated minimum occupancy or be removed from the area. If availability permits, the director or assistant director of residence life may provide an option to maintain the room, suite, or townhouse below the minimum stated occupancy. |
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Meal Plans |
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The rates noted below include $75 in Cougar Points.
First-year residents may not choose the 125 or 75 meal plans. The 75 meal plan is only available to students living in Lake Street, Machell Avenue, MacDowell Hall, and Townhouse residences. |
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265 meals |
$3,528 |
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190 meals |
$3,152 |
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125 meals |
$2,379 |
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75 meals
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$1,087 |
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Special Fees, Deposits, and Expenses 2024-2025
Alternative Learners Project |
$2,200 |
Per semester, students entering Fall 2024 |
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$1,940 |
Per semester, students returning Fall 2024 |
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Computer Lab Printing Fee (per semester) |
$0.03/page |
Students are allowed to print up to 300 pages per semester in University computer labs without incurring additional charges. For each page above 300, an additional per page charge will be assessed on a semester basis. Students may purchase additional pages in blocks of 100 pages. |
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Graduation Fee |
$210 |
A graduation fee is charged to students who have completed degree requirements.
The fee helps to supplement costs of the winter and spring commencements including, but not limited to, facility preparation costs for both baccalaureate and commencement ceremonies, graduation announcements, as well as diploma printing and mailing. |
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Liability Insurance |
$30 |
For students enrolled in majors that require clinical or field experience |
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Orientation Fee |
$220 |
First year |
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$50 |
Transfer student |
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Parking Permit |
$150 |
Annual fee |
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Parking Fines |
$50 |
Per infraction for vehicles parked in an unauthorized area based on line color designations, parked in specially posted areas (reserved, visitors, fire lane, no parking), parking on sidewalks or grass, obstructing traffic or driveways, or other conditions determined by Campus Safety to be dangerous, hazardous and/or detrimental to a safe and secure campus. |
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$60 |
Per infraction for failure to park in a vehicle’s specifically designated area on campus property. |
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$100 |
Per infraction for unregistered vehicles parked anywhere on campus property. It is not the intent of the University to penalize visitors who are not aware of the parking regulations. |
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$75 |
Per infraction for any vehicle parked illegally in a handicapped area. |
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$100 |
Per infraction for failure to remove a vehicle as instructed during times of snow removal. |
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Towing Fee |
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The University reserves the right to remove vehicles from Misericordia’s property when conditions exist that are determined to be unsafe, hazardous; or when a vehicle is unknown/unregistered, or abandoned. Payment of fees charged by the towing contractor, including daily storage fees, is the responsibility of the vehicle owner/operator. The University is not affiliated with the towing contractor, and will not intervene with retrieval of a vehicle from the impound area. |
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Replacement Diploma |
$40 |
If the original diploma is damaged in shipping it will be replaced at no charge |
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Returned Check Fee |
$25 |
A fee will be assessed for each check not accepted and returned by the bank. Two returned checks will cause check-writing privileges to be permanently revoked. |
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Student ID
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$20
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Replacement of lost, stolen or unusable ID
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Student PROX Fob
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$20
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Replacement of lost, stolen or unusable PROX Fob
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Student Clinical/Fieldwork Badge
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$10
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Replacement of lost, stolen or unusable clinical/fieldwork badge
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Summer Housing |
$110 |
Per week for students who take five or fewer credits who are fulltime students during the academic year, are registered for a minimum of 12 credits for the Fall 2024 semester, and who lived in housing in the Spring 2024 semester. |
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Transcript Fee |
$15 |
Per transcript - A transcript (official or unofficial) will not be released until the student’s account is paid in full. The request for an official transcript must be made through our online request process, which may be accessed on the Registrar’s Office web page. |
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Transcript Fee (Mercy School of Nursing, Wilkes-Barre; Mercy School of Nursing-Scranton; St. Mary’s School of Nursing) |
$15 |
Per transcript - A transcript (official or unofficial) will not be released until the student’s account is paid in full. The request for an official transcript must be made through our online request process, which may be accessed on the Registrar’s Office web page. |
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Fees specific to programs (Program fees are non-refundable) |
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Medical Imaging |
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(charged in Fall and Spring semesters)
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$203
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The Medical Imaging fee covers HIPAA education, professional liability insurance; lab costs; Clover learning electronic course resources; anatomic identification markers; name tag; dosimetry badges; clinical logbook; professional memberships in both the A.S.R.T. and P.S.R.T.; and course materials for MI 415 . The above may not be all inclusive as additional expenses could arise after publication.
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Nursing |
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BSN traditional |
$711
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The Nursing fee covers the cost of membership in the Student Nurse Association of Pennsylvania (SNAP) and clinical clearance and document management annually. It also covers NCLEX prep software, the white coat and ceremony along with the clinical badge. In the second, third and fourth years the fee covers ATI products and review course, professional liability insurance, lab equipment and clinical supply fees. Fourth year fees also cover the nursing pin/pinning ceremony and poster fee. The above may not be all inclusive as additional expenses could arise after publication. |
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BSN - Pittsburgh
(charged each term enrolled)
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$1,244
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The Nursing fee covers the cost of membership in the Student Nurse Association of Pennsylvania (SNAP), clinical clearance, document management, professional liability insurance, ATI products, the white coat and ceremony and clinical badge. The fee also covers NCLEX prep software, lab equipment, clinical supplies, the nursing pin/pinning ceremony and poster fee. The above may not be all inclusive as additional expenses could arise after publication.
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BSN-DNP
FNP/AGPCNP
MSN FNP/AGPCNP
PMC FNP/AGPCNP
(charged each term enrolled)
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$420
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The fee covers the cost of the clinical management database, document management, clinical related fees for preceptors and required PPE, liability insurance, On Campus Intensives, workshops, technology including I-Human, Grammarly, and a graduation event. For the BSN to DNP and MSN to DNP students there is also a DNP project fee. Additional Fees apply for students enrolled in NSG 528 and NSG 612. The above may not be all inclusive as additional expenses could arise after publication.
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MSN-DNP (charged each term enrolled) |
$125 |
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BSN-DNP
FNP/AGPCNP
MSN FNP/AGPCNP
PMC FNP/AGPCNP
(course specific- NSG528, NSG612A)
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$425-450
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The fee covers the assessment kit and Barkley Review modules. The above may not be all inclusive as additional expenses could arise after publication.
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BSN (part-time evening)
(course specific - NSG301, NSG303, NSG305, NSG306, NSG307, NSG407, NSG408) |
$726 |
The BSN to PTEN fee covers the cost of membership in the Student Nurse Association of Pennsylvania (SNAP), clinical clearance, document management, the white coat/white coat ceremony, clinical badge, ATI products and review course, professional liability insurance, printing fee, lab equipment and clinical supply fees. The fee also covers the nursing pin and ceremony and poster fee. The above may not be all inclusive as additional expenses could arise after publication. |
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RN to BSN (course specific - NSG465A, NSG499) |
$55-60 |
The RN to BSN fee covers liability insurance and the nursing pin. The above may not be all inclusive as additional expenses could arise after publication. |
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Occupational Therapy |
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(weekday entry level - charged in Fall and Spring semesters) |
$182 |
The Occupational Therapy fee includes the cost of annual American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) membership as well as fieldwork/clinic/lab fees, clinical name badge, professional liability insurance, HIPAA training/certification, and health clearance fees. Electronic medical record access and tests/learning resources for the on-line certification examination preparation course are also covered. The above may not be all inclusive as additional expenses could arise after publication. |
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(weekend entry level - charged each term enrolled) |
$191 |
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(course specific - OT606, OT657, OT756) |
$182 |
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(course specific - OT803, OT804, OT851) |
$156 |
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Physical Therapy |
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(charged each term enrolled) |
$260 |
The Physical Therapy fee covers the cost of lab supplies, HIPAA training / certification, lab kit, clinical materials, clinical records management, preparatory testing for the certification exam (PEAT), professional liability insurance, annual membership in the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and a subscription for online resources. The above may not be all inclusive as additional expenses could arise after publication. |
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Physician Assistant Studies |
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(charged each term enrolled) |
$1,745 |
The PA Program fees include AAPA/PSPA Membership, Conference attendance in Clinical year, Cadaver Lab Fee, PACKRAT, PAEA EOR and EOC, PANCE prep, Exam Soft, Osmosis, White Coat and Name Tags, Scrubs, OSCE Assessment (GCSOM SIM Lab Fee), ACLS/BLS, Malpractice Insurance, Clinical Skills Lab, Access Medicine, Shadow Health, Rosh Review, HIPAA/OSHA Training, Clinical Experience Fee, Program Ceremony. The above may not be all inclusive as additional expenses could arise after publication |
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Sonography |
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(course specific - DMS111, DMS130, DMS181, DMS271) |
$451 |
The Diagnostic Medical Sonography fee covers the cost of HIPAA training/certification, lab fees, clinical materials, electronic clinical records system, image storage access, access to simulation software, ergonomic arm band, professional liability insurance, one-year professional society membership. The above may not be all inclusive as additional expenses could arise after publication. |
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Speech-Language Pathology |
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(charged in Fall and Spring semesters) |
$198 |
The Speech-Language Pathology fee covers the cost of annual American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and Pennsylvania Speech-Language-Hearing Association (PSHA) memberships as well as clinical name badges, the online record management program, HIPAA training/certification fees, SLP lab and clinical supplies fees, and professional liability insurance. The above may not be all inclusive as additional expenses could arise after publication. |
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Teacher Education |
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(charged each term enrolled) |
$163 |
The Teacher Education fee covers YMHFA training, curriculum lab expenses, and Mursion training. |
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Additional Class Specific Fees |
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Applied Music |
$130 |
Students enrolled in designated sections of Fine Arts classes. |
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Laboratory Fee |
$150 |
Students enrolled in any biology, chemistry, or physics class that also includes a lab. |
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Social Work
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$133 |
The Social Work fee covers professional liability insurance, professional membership in the PA National Association of Social Workers and clinical records management. The above may not be all inclusive as additional expenses could arise after publication.
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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 our online request process, which may be accessed on the registrar’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 99 years, 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 wide range 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:
- 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.
- 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 and vary with different loan programs.
- Work-study: Employment which allows eligible students to work on campus and earn money to 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 includes University 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 is automatically 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 disbursement 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 1st 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, please click 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 circumstances, i.e. death in the family, extended illness, etc., the student may appeal. The appeal must explain the extenuating circumstance(s) that led to their academic problems and explain what has changed in their situation that will allow them to 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, they should 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 their registration.
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 circumstances which affected their financial situation.
Policy
Special and Unusual Circumstances
The Student Financial Services Office realizes that students and their families experience unforeseen circumstances and/or expenses during an academic year. A special circumstance request is a way for a student and their family to communicate about changes and circumstances 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 Circumstances are defined as changes in a student and/or parent’s financial circumstances.
- Unusual Circumstances are 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 Circumstances 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 circumstances outside of the student’s control
Examples of Special Circumstances 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 Unusual Circumstances 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 Circumstances 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 circumstances listed in the section above)
Misericordia University Scholarships/Grant for 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 - To demonstrate 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 $3,000 is 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 provided on-campus residency. Students who receive the Non-PA Grant must 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 Referral Award - Incoming students who have indicated (by name) on their application for admission that they have been encouraged to apply by a Misericordia University Alumni will receive a $500 annual scholarship.
Sibling Scholarship - A non-need-based scholarship of $1,000 per year is available when two or 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 need through 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 $3,000 is 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 provided on-campus residency. Students who receive the Non-PA Grant must 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 two or 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 [email protected] 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:
- demonstrate financial need for need-based federal student aid programs;
- be a U.S. citizen or an eligible 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 a regular student in an eligible degree or certificate program;
- maintain satisfactory academic progress in college or career school;
- provide consent and approval to have your federal tax information transferred directly into your 2024–25 Free 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 - This federal 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 filing the “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 $250 to $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 the Budget Control Act of 2011 (the sequester law), any TEACH Grant where the first disbursement 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, are borrowed money that 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 Loans are 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 Loans are 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.
Interest Rate
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Loan Type (through July 1, 2024)
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5.50%
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Undergraduate Subsidized & Unsubsidized
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7.05%
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Graduate Unsubsidized
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Loan Origination Fee
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Loan Type (through September 30, 2024)
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1.057%
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Subsidized and Unsubsidized
|
The loan origination fee is deducted proportionately from each loan disbursement 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
Grade Level
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Credits Required
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Subsidized
|
Unsubsidized
|
Extended Unsubsidized (1)
|
First Year Undergraduate
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0-29
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$3500
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$2000
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$4000
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Second Year Undergraduate
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30-59
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$4500
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$2000
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$4000
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Third Year Undergraduate
|
60 +
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$5500
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$2000
|
$5000
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Fourth Year Undergraduate
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60+
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$5500
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$2000
|
$5000
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Fifth Year Undergraduate
|
60+
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$5500
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$2000
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$5000
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Graduate or Professional
|
|
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$20,500
|
|
(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
Dependent Undergraduate Student
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Independent Undergraduate or Dependent Undergraduate with PLUS Denial
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Graduate Student
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$31,000- no more than $23,000 of this amount may be in subsidized loans.
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$57,500- No more than $23,000 of this amount may be in subsidized loans.
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$138,500 -No more than $65,500 of this amount may be in subsidized loans. The graduate aggregate limit includes all federal loans received for undergraduate study
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Loan Entrance Counseling and Master Promissory Note
All students borrowing federal loans must complete Loan Entrance Counseling and electronically sign a Master Promissory Note (MPN).
Entrance Counseling ensures 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 MPN is 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 the federal 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 can send an email from their Misericordia student email to their financial aid counselor or [email protected] 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 available to 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.
Interest Rate
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8.05% - through July 1, 2024
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Loan Origination Fee
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4.228% - through September 30, 2024
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The loan origination fee is deducted proportionately from each loan disbursement 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.
Interest Rate
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8.05% - through June 30, 2024
|
Loan Origination Fee
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4.228% - through September 30, 2024
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The loan fee is deducted proportionately from each loan disbursement received. This means the money the school receives will be less than the amount you borrow. Parents are responsible 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) or drops 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 their future 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 at https://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 states provide 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 institutions in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania waive tuition and mandatory fees 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 in PA
- 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 [email protected] 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 reimbursement payment plan. The details of the two payment plans are discussed below.
Tuition Reimbursement Payment Plan for Part-time Students
Students who receive tuition benefits from their employer may be eligible to participate in Misericordia University’s Tuition Reimbursement 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 reimbursement 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 reimbursement 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, they must complete an official withdrawal clearance as indicated in either the undergraduate or graduate section of 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 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 circumstances when the university initiates a student withdrawal, the student will be financially responsible based on the refund schedule for that semester.
Tuition
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Time of Withdrawal |
Amount |
|
First Week (Census Date of Term) |
100 % |
|
Second Week |
80 % |
|
Third Week |
75 % |
|
Fourth Week |
60 % |
|
Fifth Week |
50 % |
|
Sixth Week |
50 % |
|
Seventh Week |
25 % |
No refund will be given on Tuition after the seventh week.
Seven, Six, Five, and Four Week Courses
|
Time of Withdrawal |
Amount |
|
On or Prior to the first Friday** |
100 % |
|
On or Prior to the second Friday |
60 % |
Housing (Voluntary)
|
Time of Withdrawal |
Amount |
|
First Week (Census Date of Term) |
100 % |
|
Second Week |
50 % |
|
Third Week |
50 % |
|
Fourth Week |
25 % |
No refund will be given on Housing after the fourth week.
Meal Plan (Voluntary)
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Time of Withdrawal |
Amount |
|
First Week (Census Date of Term) |
90 % |
|
Second Week |
80 % |
|
Third Week |
75 % |
|
Fourth Week |
70 % |
|
Fifth Week |
60 % |
|
Sixth Week |
50 % |
|
Seventh Week |
40 % |
No refund will be given on Meal Plans after 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. A CHANGE OF ACADEMIC STATUS FORM MUST BE COMPLETED AND RETURNED TO THE STUDENT FINANCIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT.
Refund Policy for Part-time Student
If a part-time student withdraws from the university, they must 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 circumstances 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)
Time of Withdrawal |
Amount |
First Week (Census Date of Term) |
100% |
Second Week |
80% |
Third Week |
75% |
Fourth Week |
60% |
Fifth Week |
50% |
Sixth Week |
50% |
Seventh Week |
25% |
No refund will be given after the seventh week.
Seven, Six, Five, and Four Week Courses
|
On or Prior to the first Friday**
|
100%
|
|
On or Prior to the second Friday
|
60%
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No refund will be given after the second week.
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.
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. Federal Title IV 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 Funds subsequently withdraw and have their tuition adjusted retroactively due to extenuating circumstances, will still be subject to Title IV Federal Return Calculation.
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:
- Class registration.
- Participation in commencement ceremonies and the awarding of diplomas.
- Transcript issue.
- 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
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