Nonprofit · EIN 25-0965430
MERCYHURST UNIVERSITY
Tax-exempt · ERIE, PA 16546
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 31, 2025 | 990 | $149,357,453 | $156,350,154 | -$6,992,701 | $154,258,981 | $64,063,802 | $90,195,179 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended May 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $18,680,473
- of which government grants
- $15,957,218
- Program service revenue
- $126,734,863
- Investment income
- $3,510,038
- Royalties
- $16,276
- Net rental income
- $151,263
- Net gain from sales of assets
- $1,761,896
- Net income from fundraising events
- $264,540
- Other revenue
- $432,079
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $59,784,179
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $1,256,761
- Other salaries and wages
- $27,210,513
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $37,678,042
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Legal fees
- $138,749
- Accounting fees
- $134,344
- Occupancy
- $6,384,421
- Travel
- $3,006,241
- Depreciation
- $6,200,271
- Program services (functional)
- $145,451,353
- Management and general (functional)
- $10,137,897
- Fundraising (functional)
- $760,904
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $161,169,012
- Total assets, end of year
- $154,258,981
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $64,063,802
- Net assets, end of year
- $90,195,179
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $98,235,017
- Publicly traded securities
- $37,113,781
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $58,216,145
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $31,979,034
- Gross unrelated business income
- $60,122
- Gross receipts
- $157,897,243
- Employees
- 1,635
- Volunteers
- 250
- Year formed
- 1926
- State of legal domicile
- PA
From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.
Officers, directors and key employees
As listed on the 990 for the year ended May 31, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Getz Kathleen A | President and Board of Trustees Trustee or director, Officer | 45 | $402,472 | $33,643 |
| Martin John J | CVC HIDTA Executive Director Highest-paid employee | 45 | $227,316 | $6,053 |
| Newhook Robin L | Associate Professor of PA Program Highest-paid employee | 45 | $141,520 | $66,779 |
| Heller Michael E | Vice President of Finance Officer | 45 | $178,216 | $29,781 |
| Hartman Gary | Deputy Director of HIDTA Highest-paid employee | 45 | $201,711 | $0 |
| Joseph Michael | Interim VP for Enrollment Key employee | 45 | $154,124 | $26,950 |
| Ferry Steven J | Central Valley HIDTA Program Manager Highest-paid employee | 45 | $170,510 | $5,146 |
| Soltis Nicole | Director of Student Financial Services Highest-paid employee | 45 | $86,557 | $86,900 |
| Britt Jeanette | VP for Technology and CIO Officer | 45 | $152,207 | $14,226 |
| Kelsey Jane M | Assistant VP for Finance/Treasurer Officer | 45 | $120,886 | $13,682 |
| Baker Gregory J | VP for Mission Integration/Secretary Officer | 45 | $116,654 | $6,723 |
| Frampton Lisa | Assistant VP for Finance/Treasurer Officer | 45 | $69,150 | $10,850 |
| Breckenridge James G | Board of Trustees Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Cipriani Dario | Board of Trustees Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Courneen Sister JoAnne K | Vice Chair of the Board & Interim Co-Chair of the Board of Trustees Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
21 more people on this return
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deeb Bassam | Board of Trustees Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Durkin Rosemary D | Board of Trustees Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| English Philip | Board of Trustees Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Fiedler Stephen J | Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Gibson Ryan | Board of Trustees Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Jeffress Andrea T | Board of Trustees Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Kern B Scott | Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Kubiak Lev J | Board of Trustees Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Langer John H | Board of Trustees Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Martin-Stewart Jamie | Board of Trustees Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Maher Yvonne | Board of Trustees Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| McAndrew Marc | Board of Trustees Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| NeCastro Joseph G | Chair of the Board of Trustees Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Pietraszek Margaret M | Board of Trustees Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Reider Victoria | Board of Trustees Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Saxon John W | Board of Trustees Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Shabanza-Pero Nadia | Board of Trustees Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Spadofor Christine J | Treasurer of the Board of Trustees Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Spizarny Daniel | Board of Trustees Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Wenig Barbara P | Secretary of the Board of Trustees Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Weschler Patrick J | Board of Trustees Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 501 E 38TH ST, ERIE, PA 16546-0002
- In care of
- % MICHAEL E HELLER
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- Michael Heller, 501 East 38th Street, Erie, PA 165460002
- Signed the 990
- Michael E Heller, Vice President of Finance and Admin
- Phone
- (814) 824-2000
Mission
Rooted in our Mercy Catholic liberal arts identity, we educate and inspire diverse learners in an environment where faith and reason flourish together for meaningful lives, dignified work, and leadership in service toward a just and loving world.
Program accomplishments
- At the fall census date during the 2024-25 academic year there were 2,632 students enrolled in undergraduate, graduate, and associate degree programs at the campus. The student population was comprised of 2,109 full-time and 165 part-time undergraduate students along with 259 full-time and 99 part-time graduate students. There were 136 full-time and 101 part-time faculty. During the academic year, 778 total degrees were conferred in the following categories: Baccalaureate 497, Associate 49, Masters 178, UG certificates 41 and Grad certificates 13. The University offered 13 graduate programs, 61 undergraduate majors with 67 minors, and 9 associate degree programs.Expenses $64,837,049 · grants $48,911,392 · revenue $98,265,705
- Auxiliary services includes student housing, foodservice, the University bookstore and the University's conference center on the Main campus. The total student population in University housing on the Main campus was 1,658 for the 2024-25 fiscal year. During the 2024-25 fiscal year 1,581 students at the Main campus had paid meal plans while many other students and employees dine in University facilities on a pay-as-you-go basis. The University maintains a bookstore on the Main campus. The University has a conference center facility at the Main campus and regularly hosts outside groups and organizations.Expenses $12,534,291 · revenue $23,388,206
- Athletic expenses include all expenses for athletic and club sports including but not limited to salaries and wages, travel and living, game expenses, meetings and events, vehicle leases, recruitment and financial aid.Expenses $19,634,225 · grants $10,872,787 · revenue $1,636,281
- See Schedule O, Statement 2Expenses $48,445,788 · revenue $3,444,671
What it must file and when
IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in May, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | May 31, 2026 | October 15, 2026 | Not on file |
| 2024 | May 31, 2025 | October 15, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | May 31, 2024 | October 15, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 25-0965430
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- School
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 1960
- Accounting year ends
- May
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Education (B420)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $154,258,981
- Income (IRS master file)
- $157,897,243
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | May 2025 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-T | May 2025 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | May 2024 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-T | May 2024 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | May 2023 | $149,337,359 | $151,539,948 | $168,302,499 | IRS |
| 990-T | May 2023 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | May 2022 | $162,924,977 | $157,564,444 | $174,010,156 | IRS |
| 990-T | May 2022 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | May 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-T | May 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | May 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | May 2019 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | May 2018 | – | – | – | IRS |
990-N: the IRS publishes only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years appear here as 990.tax collects the monthly files. 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS.
Questions about MERCYHURST UNIVERSITY
- What is the EIN of MERCYHURST UNIVERSITY?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of MERCYHURST UNIVERSITY is 25-0965430.
- Is MERCYHURST UNIVERSITY tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1960.
- Are donations to MERCYHURST UNIVERSITY tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does MERCYHURST UNIVERSITY file?
- Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
- When is the next return of MERCYHURST UNIVERSITY due?
- The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending May 31, 2026) is due October 15, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did MERCYHURST UNIVERSITY last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended May 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of MERCYHURST UNIVERSITY?
- The 990 for the year ended May 31, 2025 names Michael Heller.
- Who are the officers and directors of MERCYHURST UNIVERSITY?
- The 990 for the year ended May 31, 2025 lists 36 people; 12 received compensation from the organization, the highest $402,472 (Getz Kathleen A, President and Board of Trustees).
- How much revenue does MERCYHURST UNIVERSITY have?
- On its 990 for the year ended May 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $149,357,453, expenses of $156,350,154 and total assets of $154,258,981 at year end.
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