Overview
Mercer University is a less selective private four-year institution in Macon, Georgia. The school accepts 74.7% of applicants and enrolls 4,620 students.
Admission Statistics
- Acceptance Rate
- 74.7%
- Average SAT
- 1,275
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,190–1,360
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 29
- Total Enrollment
- 4,620
Your Chances by SAT Score
Your score is above the 75th percentile. You are a competitive applicant.
Your score falls within the middle 50% of admitted students.
Your score is below the 25th percentile. Other parts of your application will need to stand out.
Admission Guide
Apply through the Common Application or Mercer's online portal by November 15 for early action or January 15 for regular decision. You'll need your high school transcript, one letter of recommendation, and either SAT or ACT scores. The application fee is $50, though Mercer waives it for students who demonstrate financial need or attend certain recruitment events.
Nursing and engineering programs require separate applications with earlier deadlines and additional requirements. The nursing program caps enrollment and requires specific prerequisite courses, so apply early if you're interested. Engineering applicants should take calculus and physics in high school to prepare for the coursework.
Submit your housing application as soon as you're accepted to secure your preferred residence hall. First-year students must live on campus unless they're married, over 21, or commuting from a parent's home within 50 miles of Macon. The university guarantees housing for all four years if you apply on time.
Mercer operates on a semester system with orientation sessions throughout the summer before your first year. You'll register for classes during orientation, so research degree requirements beforehand. The Bear Card serves as your student ID, meal plan access, and campus payment method.
The Macon campus sits on 130 acres near downtown, giving you access to internships and cultural activities in Georgia's historic capital city. Most classes have fewer than 20 students, so expect professors to know your name and attendance to matter. Greek life involves about 40% of students, but the campus offers plenty of alternatives if you're not interested in joining.
What It Costs If You Get In
- Average Net Price
- $22,350/yr
- Tuition (in-state)
- $40,890
- Students Receiving Aid
- 33%
After You Graduate
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 73.4%
- Median Earnings (10yr)
- $58,354/yr
- Freshman Retention Rate
- 82.7%
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Mercer University require SAT or ACT scores for admission?
Mercer University is test-optional, meaning you can choose whether to submit SAT or ACT scores with your application.
What is the application deadline for Mercer University?
Mercer University has rolling admissions with a priority deadline of April 1 for fall admission. Applications received after this date are reviewed on a space-available basis.
Does Mercer University offer early decision or early action?
Mercer University offers early action with a November 1 deadline. Early action is non-binding and students receive admission decisions by December 15.
What GPA do you need to transfer to Mercer University?
Transfer students need a minimum 2.5 GPA from their previous college. Students with fewer than 30 transferable credit hours must also meet freshman admission requirements.