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Mercer University

Macon, GA · Private nonprofit · Midsize city · Website

Mercer University campus
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Admission rate
69%
Accessible
Average net price
$24,778
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
72%
Median earnings
$63,469
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Mercer University is a private nonprofit college in Macon, GA with 4,500 undergraduates. It admits 69% of applicants, and admitted students average 1271 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $24,778 per year ($18,845 for families earning under $30,000). 72% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $63,469 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
69%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
11,058
Fall 2023
Admitted
7,349
Fall 2023
Yield
14%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing590–680
200800
SAT Math570–670
200800
ACT Composite25–31
136

What Mercer University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$60,018
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$43,570

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$18,845
  • $30–48k$21,273
  • $48–75k$22,137
  • $75–110k$24,117
  • $110k+$27,667

Get a personal estimate with Mercer University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
72%
Freshman retention
82%
Median earnings
$63,469
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$24,427
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
4,500
Student–faculty ratio
11:1
Receive Pell grants
40%
  • White41%
  • Hispanic9%
  • Black32%
  • Asian8%

Mercer University FAQ

What is Mercer University's acceptance rate?+

Mercer University admits 69% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Mercer University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 590–680 on SAT Reading and Writing and 570–670 on SAT Math; the average total is 1271.

What ACT score do you need for Mercer University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 25–31.

Is Mercer University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Mercer University?+

In Fall 2023, 11,058 students applied to Mercer University and 7,349 were admitted; 1,015 enrolled.

Does Mercer University consider legacy status?+

No. Mercer University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Mercer University require an essay?+

Mercer University reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Mercer University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $60,018 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $24,778.

What is Mercer University's graduation rate?+

72% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

Sources

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