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Mercer University

Macon, GA • private • I | Southern Conference | FCS
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Acceptance
66.5%
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Grad Rate
73%
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Cost
$58,368

Overview

Institution Type
private
Campus Setting
Urban
Student Population
Undergrad: 5,218 • Total: 10,123
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
1501 Mercer University Drive
Macon, GA
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Website
www.mercer.edu
Region
Southeast
Carnegie Classification
Bac/A&S: Baccalaureate Colleges – Arts & Sciences Focus

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 1,758 (33.7%) • Female: 3,460 (66.3%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 410 7.9%
Black/African American 1,798 34.5%
Hispanic/Latino 438 8.4%
White 2,106 40.4%
Two or More Races 218 4.2%
International 109 2.1%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
66.5%
7,349 admitted from 11,058 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
Sometimes Required
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 600-680
Math: 580-670
Total: 1180-1350
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
25-31
Application Types Offered
RD
Application Requirements
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Application Fee
$40
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
RD: Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
73.4%
4-Year Graduation Rate
64.0%
Freshman Retention Rate
83.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
11.0:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
$58,368
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
Tuition: $42,012
Room & Board
$15,156
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $19,817
$30,001-48,000 $21,484
$48,001-75,000 $22,533
$75,001-110,000 $25,184
$110,001+ $26,770
Students Receiving Pell Grants
91%
Average Grant/Scholarship Aid
$24,197

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
I
Conference
Southern Conference
Football
FCS
Men's Sports (8)
Baseball Basketball Cross Country Football (FCS) Golf Lacrosse Soccer Tennis
Women's Sports (10)
Basketball Beach Volleyball Cross Country Golf Lacrosse Soccer Softball Tennis Track and Field (Outdoor) Volleyball
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Common questions about Mercer University

What is Mercer University's acceptance rate?
Mercer University accepts 66% of applicants, from 11,058 applications.
How much does Mercer University cost?
Tuition and fees are $42,012. Families earning under $30,000 pay $19,817 on average after aid.
Does Mercer University require SAT or ACT scores?
Mercer University requires test scores from some applicants.
What ACT score do you need for Mercer University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 25 and 31 on the ACT.
What is Mercer University's graduation rate?
73% of students graduate within six years.