Acceptance Rate
69%
Avg. SAT
1350
75th percentile
“Georgia's oldest private university fuses pharmacy innovation, biomedical engineering, and liberal arts in music-soaked Macon.”
Macon, GA
Location
Midsize City
Campus Setting
Mercer University traces its roots to 1833, when Baptists established it in rural Penfield as a tuition-free manual labor school where students worked fields to fund their education; it relocated to Macon in 1871 and evolved into a comprehensive private institution shedding strict denominational ties while retaining a community-oriented spirit. Students who thrive here often seek a balanced college experience with personal attention, hands-on projects, and Southern warmth—they tend to be driven achievers comfortable in mid-sized settings rather than massive campuses. The school's personality blends intellectual curiosity with practical ambition, fostering leaders in health and tech amid Macon's quirky blend of historic charm and music heritage.
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Mercer shines in pharmacy—one of the nation's oldest programs—biomedical and mechanical engineering, where students design competitive race cars for national events, and health sciences including medicine through its School of Medicine. Classrooms mix seminar-style discussions in liberal arts with labs heavy on real-world application; you'll encounter collaborative projects rather than cutthroat competition, though popular health tracks fill quickly and demand strong grades from day one. Smaller overall enrollment means professors know your name outside intro sciences, but the multi-campus setup (Macon for undergrad, Atlanta for advanced health) requires planning if you aim for med or pharmacy.
Student Body
Total Enrollment
4,690 undergrad • 4,506 grad
Undergraduate
Graduate
International
White
41%
Black / African American
34%
Hispanic / Latino
7%
Asian
8%
Other / Multi-racial
10%
Campus Life
Campus Setting
Macon, GA
Varsity Athletics
NCAA Athletics
Campus life pulses with friendly Southern energy: expect tailgates before Bears football games, strong Greek involvement (about a third of students join), and events like Bearstock, a student-run music festival channeling Macon's Allman Brothers legacy. A typical week mixes classes, club meetings from pre-med society to improv troupe, and evenings in dorms or off-campus spots; housing guarantees spots for freshmen in varied residence halls, but upperclassmen navigate limited options amid rising demand. Summers bring steamy humidity that keeps many indoors, while Macon's affordable living and walkable downtown offer easy escapes to cherry blossom festivals or live music venues without big-city chaos.
Housing
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Meal Plan Available
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Athletics
Athletic Association
Southern Conference
ROTC & Veteran Support
Army
Yes
Navy
No
Air Force
No
Veteran’s Programs Available
Yellow Ribbon Program (Post-9/11 GI Bill)
Yes
Credit for military training
Yes
Dedicated point of contact for veteran support services
Yes
Member of DoD Voluntary Educational Partnership MOU
Yes
Cost & Aid
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Out-of-State Tuition
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Students Receiving Aid
Receiving Pell Grants
Average Grant
Average Federal Loan
Net Annual Cost by Household Income
Household Income
Avg. Net Cost
$0 – $30K
$16,868
$30K – $48K
$17,724
$48K – $75K
$20,875
$75K – $110K
$22,758
$110K+
$24,437
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Outcomes & Earnings
Retention Rate
82%
4 Years Graduation Rate
64%
6 Years Graduation Rate
70%
Median 10-Year Earnings
$58,354
82% of first-time, full-time students complete their freshman year at Mercer University and return in the fall. 64% of first-time, full-time students graduate in 4 years, and 70% graduate within 6 years.
Graduation Rate
4-year grads
64%
4-6 years
6%
Non-grad
30%
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Key Statistics
Type
Private
Tuition
$30,017
Acceptance
69%
Undergrads
4,690
4-Year Grad Rate
64%
Endowment
$364M
Macon, GA 31207
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