Overview
Student Population
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Macon, Georgia |
| Online | mercer.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Macon, Georgia, Mercer University is a mid-size four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 7,201 prospective students applied, and 5,430 were granted admission. Of those admitted 950 enrolled in the school. 7,165 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,844 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $38,446 plus fees of $300. Mercer is ranked 199 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Mercer is rated within the top 31% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Mercer University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#199 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#153 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#4 in Best Colleges in Georgia
#2 in Best Private Colleges in Georgia
#66 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#2 in Best Value Colleges in Georgia
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1220/1400 |
| ACT | 28/32 |
| GPA | 3.98 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $50 |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $300 |
| Room and Board | $13,438 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,778 |
| Total One Year Cost | $56,162 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 21% |
| Business | 17% |
| Education | 12% |
| Human Services | 8% |
| Biology | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=140447 IPEDS survey data for Mercer University.
Current students may use the Mercer University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.