Mercer University is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Macon, GA. It is classified as Research University with high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R2 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R2 University comparison page.

The Mercer's 2024 tuition & fees is $33,380 for the academic year 2023-2024. 95% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $24,594.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 8,889 and the students to faculty ratio is 13 to 1 (7.69%).

Mercer's acceptance rate is 66.46% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 13.81%. The median SAT scores is 1260 and the ACT socre is 28.

Mercer ranked 208th in National Universities and 18th in Georgia Colleges rankings. Mercer University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Mercer University is $33,380. For graduate programs, its 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $17,865.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $36,752 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $20,160.

Undergraduate$33,380
Graduate$17,865
Undergraduate$36,752
Graduate$20,160

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »66.46% Acceptance Rate / 13.81% Yield
Test Scores »1,260 SAT / 28 ACT
Graduation Rate »73%
Transfer-out Rate19%
Retention Rate86%(full-time), 50% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio7.69% (13 to 1)
Student Population »8,889 (4,859 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$24,594

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Mercer University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at Mercer
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

Mercer University Directory Information

Address1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, GA 31207
Phone478-301-2700
WEBSchool's Website
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AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, private (not-for-profit)
Carnegie CategoryResearch University (high research activity)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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