Mercer Admission Requirements
Macon, GeorgiaChances of getting into Mercer University
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
72%| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Very High | |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
How hard is it to get into Mercer and can I get accepted? The school has a 72% acceptance rate ranking it #41 in Georgia for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 3,927 out of 5,454 applicants were admitted making Mercer a moderately competitive school to get into with a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the requirements. Academically, it has very high requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 24 percent. Mercer University typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students. Only 25% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school. Most incoming freshmen graduated in the top quarter of their high school class.
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SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Range
1180-1340Applicants Submitting SAT
53%| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 600 |
| SAT Math 25th | 580 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 1180 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 670 |
| SAT Math 75th | 670 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1340 |
| Average SAT Score | 1260 |
SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Mercer University?
Mercer University typically requires applicants to be in the top 27 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 1180 on a 1600 scale, below which admission should be considered a reach. We estimate some students could be accepted with SAT's as low as 1100. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1260 out of 1600. The school ranks #5 in Georgia for highest average SAT composite score. 53 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school. Note: SAT scores presented on this page have been adjusted upwards per the College Board's concordance tables for test takers after March 2016.
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Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
| SAT Score (1600 scale) | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 1340 and Above | Good | >81% |
| 1260 to 1340 | Avg + | 72%-81% |
| 1180 to 1260 | Avg - | 60%-72% |
| 1100 to 1180 | Reach | 47%-60% |
| Less than 1100 | Low | <47% |
Mercer ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
25-30Applicants Submitting ACT
47%| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 24 |
| ACT Math 25th | 24 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 25 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 32 |
| ACT Math 75th | 28 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 30 |
| Average ACT Score | 27 |
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into Mercer?
Admission data indicates that Mercer regularly accepts students with ACT's of 25 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 22 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 22 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 28 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 30 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #4 in Georgia for highest average ACT composite score. 47 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Mercer University.
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 30 and Above | Good | >83% |
| 27 to 30 | Avg + | 72%-83% |
| 25 to 27 | Avg - | 63%-72% |
| 23 to 25 | Reach | 52%-63% |
| Less than 23 | Low | <52% |
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Avg. High School GPA
3.71Typical High School Grades
A-You will need very good grades in high school to get into Mercer University. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Mercer University was 3.71 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily A- students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #5 in Georgia for highest average GPA. If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Mercer accepts 72% of students who apply.
| High School GPA | Freshmen Within Range | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| 3.75+ | 51% | Good |
| 3.50 to 3.75 | 25% | Avg - |
| 3.25 to 3.50 | 14% | Reach |
| 3.00 to 3.25 | 8% | Reach |
| 2.75 to 3.00 | 2% | Reach |
| 2.50 to 2.75 | N/A% | Low |
| 2.25 to 2.50 | N/A% | Low |
| 2.00 to 2.25 | N/A% | Low |
High School Class Rank
72% of Mercer University freshman were in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 41% |
| Top 25% of class | 72% |
| Top 50% of class | 92% |
| Bottom 50% of class | 8% |
| Bottom 25% of class | 0% |
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 3,304 | 2,150 | 5,454 |
| Accepted | 2,332 | 1,595 | 3,927 |
| Acceptance Rate | 71% | 74% | 72% |
| Enrolled | 540 | 433 | 973 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 23% | 27% | 25% |
Fall 2020 Application Deadline
Applications are Due
Jul 1, 2020Days left to Apply
26Applicants have 26 days left until the Fall 2020 term applications are due on Jul 1, 2020.
Seniors, these are the SAT and ACT test dates you can still sit for a test and send your results to Mercer before the Jul 1 application deadline.
| ACT Test Date | Scores Available |
|---|---|
| Jun 13 | Jun 23 |
Admission Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Mercer University and what considerations affect admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Required |
| Recommendations | Recommended |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Do not know |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | No |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Mercer University prefer SAT or ACT?
53% of students submit their SAT scores to Mercer. 47% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into Mercer University?
72% of those who apply are granted admission to Mercer. Admission competition is low and the college has very high admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for Mercer University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1180 and 1340. 53% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for Mercer University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 25 and 30. 47% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.
