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Student Engagement at Mercy University promotes student learning and holistic development by providing intentional opportunities for engagement outside the classroom. Through these programs and services, Mercy University supports students’ academic development, inspires personal growth, and fosters interpersonal connections and collaboration to prepare students for success in our diverse community and beyond. Every undergraduate student at Mercy University is assigned a PACT or College Opportunity Program mentor. A more detailed view of student life is provided in the Mercy University Student Handbook.
Athletics
Mercy University sponsors intercollegiate competition in baseball, men’s and women’s basketball, men’s and women’s lacrosse, men’s and women’s soccer, field hockey, softball and volleyball, with Esports making its debt in Fall 2019.
Mercy University student athletes and teams continue to do well in the classroom with over 100 student athletes earning a 3.25 GPA or higher and athletically with teams competing successfully, regionally and nationally. Coaches at Mercy continue to compose star-studded rosters and bring in student athletes that are not only difference-makers on the field and the court but are also proud ambassadors of the University in the community.
The Mercy University athletic teams (at the Dobbs Ferry Campus only) are members of the following:
- East Coast Conference
- Northeast 10 Conference, Associate Member for Field Hockey
- National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II
Intramural sports such as flag football, basketball and volleyball are available to all students. Students may arrange to use all of the University’s athletic facilities, which include separate fields for baseball and softball; outdoor handball, tennis and basketball courts, turf soccer field as well as the Hudson Hall Fitness Center and the Victory Sports Center.
Campus Store and Course Resources
Course resources are available for student purchase online here: https://mercy.bncollege.com/ and available for pick up in store in Westchester or at designated locations in Bronx and Manhattan.
Textbook pricing information, including the International Standard Book Number (ISBN) and retail price, for required and recommended materials for each class is available on the bookstore website.
New Student Orientation
Participate in the first tradition as a new student entering the Mercy University Community! Students entering Mercy University for the first time are invited to an orientation session held over the summer at their respective campuses. Separate orientation programs generally are planned for first-year, transfer, and international students. At New Student Orientation, students will meet the Orientation Leaders and PACT Mentors as well as staff and faculty members. New Students learn about services and opportunities that are vital elements for their transition into life at Mercy University.
Opportunity Programs
Student Support Services Project
The Student Support Services Project (SSSP) provides opportunities for academic development and assists students with basic college requirements and serves to motivate students towards the successful completion of their post-secondary education. The goal of SSSP is to increase the College retention and graduation rates of its participants. Student must meet the federal eligibility guidelines that include first generation, low- income and have academic need for acceptance into the program. SSSP also invites applications from transfer students who were enrolled in SSSP at a previous college or university. Applications for SSSP are made available through the College Opportunity Program Office. For more details on SSSP, contact the Director of Student Support Services Project, Mercy University, 555 Broadway, Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522, 914-674-7239.
New York State Education Department Programs
STEP, CSTEP, and HEOP share a common overall purpose, namely, to expand the educational opportunities available to various historically disadvantaged populations.
Science and Technology Entry Program (STEP)
STEP is designed to increase the number of historically under-represented and economically disadvantaged students in mathematics, science, technology, health-related, and licensed professions.. The program provides academic enrichment for students in grades seven through twelve from northern Westchester communities. STEP offers students a more intensive exploration of math, science and technology during its Summer Academic Camp. For more details on the Science and Technology Entry Program, contact the Director of STEP, CSTEP, and HEOP, Mercy University, 555 Broadway, Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522, 914-674-7204.
Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP)
CSTEP is funded by the New York State Education Department to provide academic enrichment, internships and research experiences for students who are economically disadvantaged and historically under-represented in scientific, technical, health-relation or licensed professions. The CSTEP student must demonstrate an interest in, and potential for, a CSTEP targeted profession. CSTEP students must be enrolled full-time and be in good academic standing in an approved scientific, technical, health-related, pre-professional or professional undergraduate or graduate program of study. For more details on the Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program, contact the Director of STEP, CSTEP, and HEOP, Mercy University, 555 Broadway, Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522, 914-674-7204.
Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP)
HEOP is funded by the New York State Education Department to provide supportive services and supplemental financial aid to eligible New York State residents. Students are eligible for this program if they are both economically disadvantaged and academically under-prepared. High school graduates may be eligible if they were not in a college preparatory program in high school. Individuals may also be eligible if they possess a General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or if they have neither a high school diploma nor a GED and they are 18 years of age or older. A transfer student enrolled in a NYS-Opportunity program (HEOP, EOP, SEEK, or College Discovery) may be eligible if there is availability of space within the program before entering the University. There is no wait-list for HEOP transfer admissions. Application for HEOP is made available through the College Opportunity Program Office. For more details on the Higher Education Opportunity Program, contact the Director of STEP, CSTEP, and HEOP, Mercy University, 555 Broadway, Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522, 914-674-7204
Residential life
At Mercy University, students have the opportunity to live in one of three residence halls across our Manhattan and Dobbs Ferry campuses. The newest addition to our community is at the Manhattan Campus, Dorm34. Dorm34 serves 121 students in suite style living area in the heart of NYC’s Herald Square. On the Dobbs Ferry campus, Founders Hall serves 298 students in a variety of room configurations including singles, doubles, and deluxe doubles. Founders Hall is home to most first year students, has a study lounge and social lounge, as well as three kitchenettes. Hudson Hall is home to 350 mostly continuing students residing in 4 and 6 person suites. Hudson Hall also has a state-of-the-art fitness Center, a Starbucks Café, and a community lounge that are open to all members of the Mercy University community. With the addition of Dorm34, the residential life program at Mercy has a robust on-campus population that complements a student’s residential experience while attending Mercy University. The Residential Life Program is designed to provide students with living facilities and activities that enhance and extend their formal classroom education. The program is structured to promote students’ social, cultural, personal, and intellectual development. Living in University housing offers a structured environment in which students can live independently and develop a greater sense of personal identity within a community setting. Applications for residing on campus are for the full academic year, although there are limited openings for spring applicants. All applications either continuing or new include a $100 application fee. For further information, please contact the Residential Life Office at 914-674-7277 or email us at residentiallife@mercy.edu.
Student Government Association
The Mercy University Student Government Association (SGA) is responsible for engaging students in the promotion of an active, well-rounded student life within our diverse university. SGA is the voice of the student body. Students can get involved in its management, through numerous and varied committees, councils and general meeting, or become one of its elected officers.
Student Life
The Office of Student Life serves all students throughout all campuses and creates a vibrant co-curricular and extracurricular experience. Through active participation, students will gain valuable and transferable skills that will enhance their university experience and enable them to be lifelong learners and responsible citizens. Programs are designed to enhance and support the academic experience. The Office of Student Life is responsible for overseeing late night & weekend programs, Community Service opportunities, Leadership Development, Off-Campus Trips, Wellness, Recreation and Student Organizations. Students interested in information about co-curricular involvement or interested in forming a new club on campus should contact the Office of Student Life at 914-888-5270 or studentlife@mercy.edu.
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