Known for health sciences
Mercer University is a private institution in Macon with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1280, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 4.6K undergraduates with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
73% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $58,354 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $22,350.
Established
1833
Motto
Scientiis, Artibus, Religioni
Mascot
TobyTot
Type
Private research university
Conference
Southern Conference except women's sand volleyball
Division
Division I
66%Acceptance
1280SAT Avg
4,620Students
13:1Student:Faculty
73%Grad Rate
$58,354Earnings 10yr
$22,350Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate66.5%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1280
Reading & WritingMid: 663
600680
MathMid: 648
580670
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 30
2531
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$40,890
Room & Board$14,528
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$56,494
Average Net Price$22,350
Median Debt at Graduation$24,199
Monthly Payment (10yr)$257
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$18,650
$30–48K$20,919
$48–75K$22,627
$75–110K$24,610
$110K+$26,399
Programs (137)
Student Body
Undergrads
4,620
Gender Split
64% / 36%
Women / Men
First Generation
28%
Pell Grant Recipients
33%
Race & Ethnicity
White 43%
Black 32%
Hispanic 8%
Asian 8%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 2%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate73.4%
Freshman Retention82.7%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$50,231
8 Years$53,833
10 Years$58,354
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$52,700
Men
$72,800
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Source: Wikipedia