Student Handbook

Mercy Health Sciences University

STUDENT HANDBOOK


Mercy Health Sciences University requires registered students to be familiar with the information and policies described in the Mercy Health Sciences University Student Handbook. Students receive information about the student handbook during New Student Registration and Onboarding. The information, policies, and procedures contained in this Handbook are subject to change at any time without notice.

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2025-26 NURSING STUDENT HANDBOOK

Counseling

The Norkaitis Student Success Center provides a professional counselor for students who are looking for help in addressing personal or other emotional issues.

Tutoring

The Norkaitis Student Success Center offers free tutoring services to all students.

Catherine’s Cabinet

Mercy Health Sciences University’s student food bank provides supplemental support to students who are facing food insecurity and need assistance.

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Admissions: (515) 635-1133
General: (515) 643-3180

ABOUT US

Mercy Health Sciences University has been transforming students into healthcare professionals since 1899. Located in downtown Des Moines, Iowa, we offer master’s degreesbachelor’s degreesassociate degreescertificate programs, and continuing education courses.

Mercy Health Sciences University is the only private Catholic college in central Iowa and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), in addition to numerous programmatic accreditors.

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