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About Mercer University

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Mercer University is a private research university in Macon, GA, known for its baptist affiliated, doctoral research university, and health sciences focus. With an acceptance rate of 75%, Mercer University is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 899 students each year. Mercer University is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1170–1330, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Mercer University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $33,441 per year; the sticker price of $46,740 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Mercer University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

75%
Overall Accept Rate
3.75
Typical Admitted GPA
1250
Median Admitted SAT
GPATypical admitted range: 3.50 – 3.75 unweighted

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SATSubmitted score range: 1170 – 1330 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Mercer University

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Demonstrated Interest
Mercer weighs demonstrated interest heavily, so visit campus in Macon if at all possible and make sure to register so your visit is tracked. If an in-person visit is not feasible, attend a virtual information session and follow up with your regional admissions counselor by email.
Demonstrated Interest
Reach out directly to your Mercer admissions counselor with a specific question about your intended program, since Mercer tracks these interactions and a meaningful conversation signals genuine interest beyond just submitting an application.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Mercer University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$47k/yr$19.8k
30k-48k~$47k/yr$21.5k
48k-75k~$47k/yr$22.5k
75k-110k~$47k/yr$25.2k
110k+~$47k/yr$26.8k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

73%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$50k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
4,754
Undergrad Enrollment
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