Academics

The academic programs available at Mount Mercy Academy are of the highest quality. The core curriculum is just the starting point. Challenging courses and classroom rigor are trademarks of our program as we strive to educate the whole student in accordance with our mission.

Block Scheduling

Block scheduling simulates that of the college environment and prepares students for the organizational and time management demands they will face after high school. The schedule also provides a collaboration period where teachers are available for one-on-one tutoring assistance and clubs/organizations can meet during the school day.

Science and Healthcare Academy

Mount Mercy's Science and Healthcare Academy is a unique career internship program for students to gain first-hand knowledge of many different careers. Mount Mercy has teamed up with Mercy Hospital to create a vibrant learning experience for our students.

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AP Courses

Mount Mercy currently offers 10 Advanced Placement courses for potential college credit. Academically qualified students may register for the AP program in a variety of different subjects. College credit is awarded through criteria specific to each college/university.

"Mount Mercy has positively changed my life forever. Through the inviting community, I was able to grow as a woman, as a daughter, as a friend, and as a member of society. Throughout my time here I have gained an education in both academic areas and life in general through the school's ongoing efforts to educate students on gender inequality, racial injustice, and environmental crisis'. Furthermore, Mercy has given me the space to gain confidence that 4 years ago I never would have guessed I would have. Mount Mercy has helped me take that initial step toward becoming the strong woman of color I am today. At Mercy you are more than just a student, you are whoever you wish to be."

Melina Courtney

Class of 2022

"My future, success, and the ability to be an empowered woman in society come from Mount Mercy. My school is a strong foundation for my role in life. From attending Mount Mercy, I can say with confidence, that I will graduate with the mindset that I can accomplish anything. Mercy is my home and my sanctuary to be whoever I want. Mount Mercy has been bringing forth generations of strong intellectual women into the world, and I am more than honored to be one of them. Mercy teaches girls more than academics, but also about the world around us. As a mercy community, we give back to the world because it is our home. From my four years at Mercy, I have been educated on pushing for equality and peace and the understanding that there is no limit to what I can do. I have the confidence to go out in the world and make a difference because being a Mercy girl has given me that opportunity. "

Cassidy Reid

Class of 2022

"Mercy is more than just a school. Mercy is my second home and a shoulder to lean on. Mount Mercy has given me the confidence and resources to pursue my passions and make the world a more inclusive place, propelling me to take strides into male-dominated fields. Mercy blessed me with an environment to grow intellectually and in the community, giving me the foundation to make a tangible impact while making lifelong friendships."

Adrianna Awald

Class of 2022

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