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Mercer University
Macon,
GA
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate74%
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About Mercer University
Mercer University is a private, nonprofit university in the city of Macon, Georgia. Mercer University was founded in 1833. The college currently enrolls around 8,889 students per year, including 4,859 undergrads.
2022 Acceptance Rate for Mercer University
It is very difficult to get into Mercer University. The acceptance rate at Mercer University is 74%. In 2022, 7,586 students applied to Mercer University and 5,643 were admitted.
| Mercer University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 74% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | 85% |
| Average GPA | 3.8 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting ACT scores | 85% |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 37% |
Click below to find out more about the admissions requirements and deadlines, student life, academics, majors and more.
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Mercer University is located in the city of Macon, Georgia,.
If you would like to see Mercer University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 75 to Macon, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International.
You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Mercer University and Macon are like without leaving home.
College Info
Mercer University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Jul 1
Transfer Applications are Due
Aug 1
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Mercer University is Jul 1.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Mercer University is Aug 1.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Mercer University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1210 - 1340
Math SAT Range
590 - 680
Reading SAT Range
600 - 680
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1340 and Above
Good
1210 to 1340
Avg
1210 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for Mercer University students is 1281. Applicants with SAT scores of 1340 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Mercer University, while applicants with SAT scores between 1210 to 1340 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1210 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Mercer University.
Mercer University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$55,418
In State$55,418
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$40,590
$40,590
Fees
$300
$300
Housing
$14,528
$14,528
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at Mercer University is like? There are approximately 8,889 students enrolled at Mercer University, including 4,859 undergraduate students and 4,030 graduate students. 85% percent of students attend school full-time, 87% percent are from GA and 13% percent of students are from other states.
85%
Full Time15%
Part Time87%
In State13%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
8,889
Campus Setting
Urban
Acceptance Rate
74%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Jul 1
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