On-line Book Buyback Event

May 7th, 2012

From May 7th to May 18th you can sell back your used textbooks to Matthews.  Visit the bookstore now and turn those used books into cash!



Nursing Scholarship Program

April 18th, 2012

The Nursing Scholarship Program is a selective program of the U.S. Government that helps alleviate the critical shortage of nurses currently experienced by certain types of health care facilities by helping needy students complete their nurse training. In exchange for the scholarship, upon graduation, the newly minted nurses work at these facilities for at least 2 years.

Deadline: May 8, 2012 by 5 pm

 For more information and the application, please visit:

Nursing Scholarship Program



Summer Financial Aid Options

March 12th, 2012

In order to be eligible for Federal Financial Aid (grants and loans) during the summer term, we recommend you complete the 2012-13 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by May 1, 2012.  The financial aid office will then review both the current award year FAFSA and next year’s to determine which offers you the best aid package.  You can apply on-line at www.fafsa.gov and our school code is 030970.

If you need a federal student loan, please keep in mind the requirement of at least half-time enrollment (6 credits or higher).  For those students whose aid is awarded for the summer term under the 2012-13 FAFSA, your aid cannot disburse until after July 1st.  For those who anticipate a summer term refund check, please note under the 2012-13 award year you will not receive it until mid-late July based on the federal regulations of when we can disburse your aid. 

If you have any questions or need help with your FAFSA, please contact the financial aid office at financialaid@mercycollege.edu or (419) 251-1219 or (419) 251-1721.



FAFSA Reminder

March 8th, 2012

Attention Youngstown Students:

Don’t forget to renew your 2012-2013 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) before summer term starts.  We recommend you file by April 1st in order for the financial aid office to have time to review and award all students their summer and fall financial aid eligibility.  Mercy’s school code is 030970 and you can apply on-line at www.fafsa.gov.



Humility of Mary Health Partners Foundation Scholarship

March 6th, 2012

Annual nursing scholarships will be awarded by the Humility of Mary Health Partners Foundation to eligible and selected scholastically deserving individuals who are enrolled in the Mercy College of Ohio St. Elizabeth Campus Associate Degree in Nursing Program. 

Deadline:  April 2, 2012

Click the link below for the scholarship application and instructions.

Humility of Mary Scholarship Application 2012



TruFit Good Citizen Scholarship

March 1st, 2012

Charter One wants to reward student leaders who have invested time and energy into making their community a better place.  The TruFit Good Citizen Scholarship is awarded to students who demonstrate the difference they have made in their communities through volunteering.  With a total prize allocation of $50,000, they are awarding (1) $5,000 Grand Prize, (4) $2,500 Second Prizes, and (35) $1,000 Third Prizes.  Scholarship entries will be accepted April 1 – 30. 

Click here for more information and to apply!



Youngstown-Warren Ohio Black Nurses Association Scholarship

February 29th, 2012

The Youngstown-Warren Ohio Black Nurses Association (YWOBNA) has scholarship assistance available for those who are in an accredited nursing program. The applicant must be an African-American residing in Mahoning or Trumbull County and have at least 3.00 grade point average. Each applicant will be evaluated on an individual basis. The deadline for applying for this scholarship is March 31st.

Click here for more information and to submit an application!



Have you applied for a Mercy Scholarship yet?

February 14th, 2012

2/28/12 is fast approaching! Don’t forget to apply on-line at http://www.mercycollege.edu/financial-aid/scholarship-online-application/ and complete your application. Only one application is necessary to be considered for fall 2012 scholarships. Nursing students: remember to have two previous clinical instructor references submitted to the financial aid office by the 28th in order to be considered for nursing scholarships. If you have any questions, please contact the financial aid office at (419) 251-1219 or financialaid@mercycollege.edu.    



FAFSA Tips

February 10th, 2012

The best way to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is early, online and without any mistakes.  Mercy’s school code is 030970-00 and our priority deadline is March 1st!  Please see below for helpful tips.  Contact our office at financialaid@mercycollege.edu or at (419) 251-1219/(888)80-MERCY and we will be glad to assist you.

FAFSA Tips



2012 Women in Service Scholarship Application

February 7th, 2012

Women in Service to Appalachia (WSA) is pleased to offer a Scholarship of $500 for an undergraduate or a graduate student. The scholarship is intended to benefit students who are actively involved in community service.   

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Postmarked by May 15, 2012. Applications not accepted cannot reapply another year.  Award recipient will be notified by August 15, 2012.

2012 Women in Service Scholarship Application