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Mercer University

#6 in Best Colleges in Georgia
  • B+
    Overall Grade
  • 4 Year
  • Macon, GA
  • 1,446 reviews
    B+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A-
    2. Value
      A-
    3. Diversity
      A
    4. Campus
      C+
    5. Athletics
      B+
    6. Party Scene
      B
    7. Professors
      A-
    8. Location
      C
    9. Dorms
      C+
    10. Campus Food
      C
    11. Student Life
      B+
    12. Safety
      B
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    Mercer is an above-average private university located in Macon, Georgia. It is a small institution with an enrollment of 4,135 undergraduate students. Admissions is somewhat competitive as the Mercer acceptance rate is 73%. Popular majors include Nursing, Engineering, and Business. Graduating 64% of students, Mercer alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $36,800.
    About Mercer University...
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division I-FCS
    Athletic Conference
    Southern Conference
    Address
    1501 Mercer University Drive
    Macon, GA 31207
    Website
    mercer.edu

    Mercer University Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Acceptance Rate
    73%
    Application Deadline
    July 1
    SAT Range
    1170-1340
    ACT Range
    25-30
    Application Fee
    $50
    SAT/ACT
    Required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Early Decision/Early Action
    Yes

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    Cost

    Net Price
    $21,268/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $28,528/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    100%

    Academics

    Professors
    A-
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    13:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
    87%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.92 responses
    59%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.106 responses
    45%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.105 responses

    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Nursing
      128 Graduates
    • Engineering
      95 Graduates
    • Business
      92 Graduates
    • Biology
      66 Graduates
    • Psychology
      63 Graduates
    • Elementary Education
      57 Graduates
    • Human Services
      43 Graduates
    • Social Science Research Methods
      42 Graduates
    • Liberal Arts and Humanities
      39 Graduates
    • Communications
      38 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    4,135Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    612
    Undergrads Over 25
    18%
    Pell Grant
    26%
    Varsity Athletes
    9%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 67 responses
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    • Smart, motivated, brainy, well-cultured, ambitious
      30%
    • Well rounded
      19%
    • Ambition
      13%
    • Confident
      10%
    • Motivated
      10%
    • Persistence
      6%
    • Typical Frat Douche
      3%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    93%
    Poll
    50%
    of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.116 responses
    Poll
    56%
    of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.128 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 76 responses
    Report
    • Prestige, qualityeducation, opportunity, volunteer
      37%
    • Service Oriented
      21%
    • Friendly!
      18%
    • Overpriced
      11%
    • Practical and has a pulse on what's current
      4%
    • Student-oriented
      3%
    • Well-rounded
      3%

    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $48,200/ year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    64%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    92%
    National
    83%
    83%
    of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.69 responses
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    Mercer University Reviews

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    Mercer University is a great school overall. The people here made me feel so welcome, and I truly felt like part of a family during my 3 years as a student. Most of the professors are incredible people; I could tell they wanted to see me do well. Because of the small class sizes, it is really easy to build relationships with your professors and get to know other students. For me, this really helped to ensure my success in classes. In addition, there are lots of organizations and volunteer opportunities on campus to help students get involved in the community and feel at home. The campus is absolutely beautiful! However, housing isn't the greatest; some of the dorms are rather old. A few dorms are new or have been renovated recently, so those offer a better living situation. Also, there aren't many food options on campus, and I rarely visited some, as the food was inedible. The meal plans they offer are ridiculous and are not at all worth the money you are asked to spend.
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    Mercer University is an institution that is not only invested wholeheartedly in the education of its students but also in inspiring students to use their education to make the world a better place. Professors are clear and friendly and seek to make their classes engaging. Because of the smaller class sizes, students get to know their professors and vice versa, allowing mentor relationships to form that last well beyond the four years of undergraduate. Overall, Mercer is a school that is equally focused on the development of the student as well as what the student can do to make a difference with their education
    The campus is hit or miss, the social dynastic is mixed and friendly off campus. Advisors seem to express to you what you wish to hear. Parking is not the easiest and the Professors are really hit or miss. I’m unsure why the University staffs certain Professors. One I have heard endulges in pot and another Selby is a straight up sociopath. I believe some Professors even engage in behavior with students that is highly unprofessional, given my moral and ethical beliefs.

    Overall the weather is nice, much cheaper living than where I am from. Wouldn’t have been my top choice, but I was there!