Mercy Scholars Application 2025

Thank you for your interest in the Mercy Scholars program! Please complete the application below.

Before you complete the Mercy Scholar application, please complete the Mercy University application first.

*Please note: Acceptance into the Mercy Scholars program is contingent on completed financial aid packages and an interview with program administrators.

Personal Information

First Name

Last Name

Birthdate

Email Address

Mobile

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High School
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High School CEEB Code

High School Counselor Name

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Country

Street

City

Region

Postal Code

Are you interested in living on campus?

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What campus are you interested in for housing?

Westchester

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Essay Questions

Mercy University is committed to providing motivated students the opportunity to transform their lives through higher education. Please describe in 250 words or less, what you hope to gain from your college experience and how it relates to your career goals and aspirations.

Please describe in 250 words or less, a challenging life experience and how you exhibited resiliency to overcome the challenges you faced. What did you learn from the experience? How did you grow from it?

Scholars’ applicants must be dedicated to contributing to the diverse community of Mercy University both inside and outside of the classroom. Please describe in 250 words or less how you will leave your mark on the Mercy University community. (e.g. What make you unique? What are your special talents? How will you leave a lasting impression at Mercy?)

Using an example, please describe in 250 words or less an impact you have personally made on your community. Community can include your family, school, neighborhood, religious group, sports team, club, or other organization.

Why should you be selected as a recipient of the Mercy Scholars Scholarship?