Mercyhurst Preparatory School is an independent college preparatory school in Erie, Pennsylvania, celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2026. Sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy, the school offers 15+ IB courses, boarding for international students, and over $1.2 million in academic and financial assistance.
Location
Mercyhurst Preparatory School is located at 538 East Grandview Blvd. in Erie, PA, on a 7.25-acre campus connected to Mercyhurst University.
Stages
The school serves high school students.
Type
Mercyhurst Prep is an independent co-educational college preparatory school with boarding available for international students. It is a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Mercy.
Religious affiliation
The school is a sponsored ministry of the Institute of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas and is part of the Mercy Education network.
Boarding Arrangements
Boarding opportunities are available for international students.
Governance and Ownership
Mercyhurst Prep is a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Mercy and a member of the Mercy Education network. It maintains a connection with Mercyhurst University.
Curriculum
The school offers 15+ IB courses across six subject groups, along with 54 classes in performing and visual arts.
Higher Education Progression
Graduates of the class of 2022-2023 were awarded $45 million in college scholarships.
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Mercy Charism and faith formation programmes support values-based personal development.
History
Mercyhurst Preparatory School is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2026, having been established approximately in 1926 as a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Mercy.
Community
The school is described as 'Marked by Pride and Spirit' and maintains strong connections with Mercyhurst University and the Erie community.
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Parent portal and parent resources are available for family engagement.
Facilities Overview
The 7.25-acre campus includes a Performing Arts Center and connection to Mercyhurst University's resources.
Sports Facilities
Athletic facilities support rowing, basketball, swimming, and other sports.
Academic Facilities
The MPS Connections partnership with Mercyhurst University provides additional academic resources.
Extra Curricular Facilities
The Performing Arts Center hosts theatrical productions and performances.
Academic & Intellectual
15+ IB courses and university connections extend academic opportunities.
Arts & Creative
54 classes in performing and visual arts are offered, with productions like Oklahoma! staged in the Performing Arts Center.
Community & Service
Faith formation and the Mercy Charism emphasise service and community engagement.
Leadership & Professional
McAuley Scholars Programme and named scholarships support academic leadership.
Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Summer on the Hill programme is available.
Awards
Named Best Private School by the Erie community for its 100th anniversary.
Accreditations
Mercyhurst Prep is a member of the Mercy Education network.
Admissions
Online applications are available, along with a shadowing programme where prospective students can visit for a day. The Admissions Director is Allison Orlando.
Scholarships
Over $1.2 million in academic and financial assistance is available, including McAuley Scholars and performing arts scholarships.
