Divine Mercy University

Sterling, VA
45154 Underwood Lane, Sterling, VA 20166
703-416-1441

Divine Mercy University (DMU) is a private, Catholic university located in Arlington, Virginia, United States. The university was founded in 1999 by the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception, a religious order of the Catholic Church, and opened its doors to students in 2000. DMU is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award bachelor's, master's, and doctorate degrees.

The university's mission is "to prepare competent, ethical, and compassionate health care professionals in the Marian tradition who serve the needs of a global community." The university offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs in the health sciences, including nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, physician assistant studies, and health care administration. DMU also offers a unique doctoral program in Marian Studies, which is the only program of its kind in the United States.

DMU is committed to providing a personal, faith-based education that prepares students for a lifetime of service to others. The university offers a variety of student services and activities, including a campus ministry program, counseling services, and an on-campus health clinic. DMU also has a strong commitment to community service, and students have the opportunity to participate in a variety of service-learning projects both on and off campus.



Quick Facts

Enrollment: 392

Type: Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above

Main Website: https://www.divinemercy.edu/

Financial Aid: https://divinemercy.edu/financial-aid/