| VMI | vs. | Mercer University |
|---|---|---|
| Lexington, Virginia | Location | Macon, Georgia |
| Four-years, Public | School Type | four-years, Private (not-for-profit) |
| Bachelor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Baccalaureate College - Arts & Sciences | Carnegie Classification | Research University (high research activity) |
In-State$20,484
Out-Of-State$51,186 | 2024 Tuition & Fees | $33,380 |
| 65% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 95% |
| $17,109 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $24,594 |
| 81.98 % | Acceptance Rates | 66.00 % |
| 48.96 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 14.00 % |
| 1,170 | SAT Score | 1,260 |
| 25 | ACT Score | 28 |
| 76 % | Graduation Rate | 73 % |
| 19 % | Transfer-out Rate | 19 % |
| 82 % | Retention Rate | 86 % |
| 1,512 | Student Population | 8,889 |
| 142 | Number of Faculties | 437 |
| 10 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 13 to 1 |
| ROTC, Study Abroad | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services |