Admissions
Why Mercy?
Mercy Tech draws students from all over the city of Philadelphia and surrounding counties. This includes 45 zip codes and over 100 sending schools! It is unique in its mission. Students graduate with a high school diploma AND industry-recognized certifications leading to multiple post-high school paths. Students can continue their education, work, or choose part-time school with work.
Applying is EASY. Just click HERE.
Applying is EASY. Just click HERE.
Mercy Career & Technical High School (Mercy Tech) provides an immersive, project-based education to prepare students for what’s next, whether it be entering the workforce to start a career or continuing their education after graduation. Founded in 1950, the school is deeply rooted in the Catholic faith and the mission of the Sisters of Mercy, backed by a legacy of proven success.
Mercy Tech prepares students for rewarding careers and instills life-long value for its graduates. Nurturing and empowering the whole individual, Mercy CTE opens doors and creates opportunities, providing contemporary job options and a non-traditional path to higher education.
Mercy Tech prepares students for rewarding careers and instills life-long value for its graduates. Nurturing and empowering the whole individual, Mercy CTE opens doors and creates opportunities, providing contemporary job options and a non-traditional path to higher education.
Mercy Career & Technical High School is a sponsored ministry of the Institute of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas and is a member of Mercy Education.
Admissions Info
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8th Grade Application Next Steps
Once your online admissions application has been submitted, please follow THESE steps. -
8th Grade Shadow Visit (Tuesdays)
Spend a FULL day at Mercy and get a jump-start on the high school process. Shadowing is not mandatory as part of the application process, but it is a great opportunity for students to learn more about Mercy Tech!
Interact with current students and become familiar with the campus, the academic/career offerings, and the student body.
Shadow visits are open to current 8th graders and are held on Tuesdays. To schedule a shadow visit, please contact us:
215-226-1225 ext. 153
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Taste of Mercy Summer Camp
Taste of Mercy is a one-week camp that gives rising 7th and 8th graders a chance to experience all 7 career "shops" offered at Mercy Tech.
Camp is held in June, and details are to be announced.
Registration Required. Please Visit our Admissions Page! -
Take a Tour
If you would like an In-Person Tour, please call us at 215-226-1225 ext. 153. -
Financial Assistance
Applications for financial assistance open on January 1, 2025. Once registered, you will receive a print copy of our Financial Assistance Application to fill out. -
Seven Career and Technical Programs
Seven programs, one future for you! This is the Mercy Difference. Mercy Tech is known for our seven career & technical programs certifying and licensing students since 1950. Our programs have grown over the years, and are as follows:Advertising & Design
Building Trades
Business: Marketing & Entrepreneurship
Cosmetology
Culinary & Pastry Arts
Health Occupations
IT Solutions -
Mercy Academics
Mercy Tech provides all the same components of a catholic high school education with the exception of a language. We substitute a language for one our 7 trade programs. You can read more about our academic programs on our Academics & Programs Page. -
Student Athletics
Mercy Tech is members of the Penn Jersey League, playing competitively to win championships in a variety of sports.
Our current sports roster is:
FALL
Boys/Girls Soccer
Girls Volleyball
Flag Football
WINTER
Boys/Girls Basketball
Boys/Girls Bowling
Cheerleading
SPRING
Boys Baseball
Girls Softball
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Transportation
Septa Routes 1, 32, 48, 60 and R all stop at Mercy Tech. Check out more about Transportation under our Admissions Page. -
Tuition & Fees
Tuition $8,100 Learning Materials Fee $200 Activity Fee $200 Fundraising Fee - 10 Week Club $330 Freshman One-Time Tech Fee $410 CTE Lab Fee $150 Full Tuition Bill
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Dress Code
Our uniform can be purchased at Flynn & O'Hara Uniform Company, using this link.
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Mercy Career & Technical High School opens doors and creates opportunities, providing contemporary job options and a non-traditional path to higher education.
