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Called to healthcare. 125 years of unparalleled clinical rotations, accelerated education, and a Legacy of Faith.

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Legacy of Faith

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We’ve been educating healthcare professionals for over 125 years, and we’re not stopping any time soon! The Legacy of Faith Campaign for the Joyce E. Lillis School of Nursing celebrates our long history alongside our Catholic heritage, proving that our commitment to excellence in health science education remains just as strong today as it was when we first opened our doors over a century ago.

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Mercy College of Health Sciences | Made-for-You Healthcare Degrees

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Since 1899, Mercy College has been transforming students into healthcare professionals. Our degree, certificate, and continuing education courses prepare students to enter the workforce quickly with the critical skills to make an immediate impact.

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Admissions: admissions@mchs.edu

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

ABOUT US

Mercy College of Health Sciences 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 College 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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