Pre-Sessional English (PSE)
at Mercy University
The Pre-Sessional English program is designed to enhance your comprehension and usage of the English language and academic skills required for university-level studies. After successfully completing the assigned Pre-Sessional term(s), students will progress to the Pathway Program.
Course Overview
Mercy University Campus Life
Mercy University is your chance to live and study in one of the world’s most exciting cities, New York. Students can choose to study at one of the three campus locations, located in Manhattan, Westchester or Bronx for their degree program.
- 3 campuses in the New York metropolitan region
- 9,000+ students across all campuses
- Over 40 clubs & activities
Within one year of graduation 97% of Mercy graduates are employed or enrolled in graduate school.
Mercy University
Mercy has a simple goal – enable those with a passion to get ahead. That could be why Mercy ranks as a top study destination in the United States and in New York State, for affordability, excellence, and the quality of student and academic programs.
Mercy University offers options for direct entry into the degree of your choice, or through one of its pathway programs tailored to support international undergraduate and graduate students as they build a firm foundation for their future study at Mercy University.
Why choose Mercy University
Graduate employment
Within one year of graduation 97% of Mercy graduates are employed or enrolled in graduate school.
Top performer for Social Mobility
Mercy is committed to providing accessible education and supporting the success of students from diverse backgrounds.
NCAA Division II Sports Teams
Home of the Mercy Mavericks, with teams including baseball, basketball, lacrosse, and soccer.
International Student Fees
You can find the applicable international student course fee for your chosen pathway study route listed below.
| Study Route | Tuition Fees (2025-26) |
|---|---|
| International Graduate Pathway | IELTS 5.0 Entry – January, May, September – $15,614 IELTS 5.5 Entry – January, May, September – $12,814 |
| International Undergraduate Pathway | IELTS 5.5 Entry – January, May, September – $20,518 IELTS 5.0 Entry – January, May, September – $23,018 |
| Pre Sessional English (12 weeks)** | January, May, September – $11,000 |
| Pre-Sessional English (20 weeks) | January, May, September – $16,500 |
| Graduate | Direct Entry – January, May, September – $1,082 -$1,108/ credit |
| Undergraduate | Direct Entry – January, May, September – $22,750 |
| Pre Sessional English (6 weeks)** | January, May, September – $5,500 |
| *Fees are not inclusive of scholarships. All applications are subject to a non-refundable admin fee. Stated fees for International pathways do not include tuition applicable for degree course continued at the university. **Pre-sessional English (PSE) fees are in addition to your pathway fee and is not available on all pathways. If PSE is required, you will progress onto the pathway programme once this has been successfully completed. Contact our admissions team for more information. | |
Scholarships at Mercy University
Reach out to our admissions team for details about scholarships available to you.
