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Mercy College of Ohio vs Ursuline College

DNP programs compared — side-by-side on NCLEX pass rates, tuition, admissions, and format.

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Lower tuition
Mercy College of Ohio
$17,238 vs $24,471
Easier to get into
Ursuline College
84.0% vs 42.8% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Mercy College of Ohio
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Ursuline College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeDNPDNP
Formatin personin person
LocationToledo, OHPepper Pike, OH
Length36 months36 months
NCLEX pass rate
Acceptance rate42.8%84.0%BEST
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$17,238BEST$24,471
In-state tuition$17,238BEST$24,471
Out-of-state tuition$17,238BEST$24,471
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Mercy College of Ohio or Ursuline College?

Mercy College of Ohio is the more affordable option at roughly $17,238, compared to $24,471. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Mercy College of Ohio and Ursuline College the same type of program?

Both are DNP programs, so they award the same credential. Compare them on NCLEX pass rate, tuition, length, and location to find the better fit.

How do I decide between Mercy College of Ohio and Ursuline College?

Start by ruling out programs you can't get into (compare your GPA against each school's admissions stats), then weight what matters most — NCLEX pass rate for quality, total tuition for cost, length for time-to-degree, and format (online, hybrid, in-person) for lifestyle. Use NurseWay's free intake to get a personalized fit score for both.

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