Mercer University
Private nonprofit, 4-year
1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, GA 31207
Quick Facts
4,620
Total Enrollment
66%
Acceptance Rate
73%
Graduation Rate
$50,231
Median Earnings (6yr)
$40,890
In-State Tuition
$22,350
Avg Net Price
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1280
Avg SAT Score
About Mercer University
Institution Details
| Type | Private nonprofit, 4-year |
| Classification | Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity |
| Size | 5,000 - 9,999 |
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges |
| Primary Degree | Bachelor's |
| Highest Degree | Graduate |
Location
| Address | 1501 Mercer University Drive |
| City | Macon, GA |
| ZIP Code | 31207 |
| County | Bibb County |
President/Chief Administrator: William D. Underwood (President)
Programs & Degrees
Degree information not available.
Top Programs by Graduates
Admissions
Enrollment Statistics
| Total Enrollment | 4,620 |
Student Demographics
| Female | 64% |
| Male | 36% |
Race/Ethnicity
| White | 42.8% |
| Black | 31.9% |
| Hispanic | 8.3% |
| Asian | 8.3% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native | 0.2% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander | 0.1% |
| Two or More Races | 4.2% |
| Non-Resident Alien | 2.0% |
| Unknown | 2.2% |
Student Characteristics
| Age 25 and Older | 23.1% |
| Part-Time Students | 10.7% |
Test Score Ranges
| Test | 25th %ile | Median | 75th %ile |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading | 600 | 640 | 680 |
| SAT Math | 580 | 620 | 670 |
| ACT Composite | 25 | 28 | 31 |
Tuition & Financial Aid
$40,890
In-State Tuition
$40,890
Out-of-State Tuition
$56,494
Total Cost of Attendance
$22,350
Avg. Net Price
Financial Aid Statistics
| Students Receiving Pell Grants | 33% |
| Students with Federal Loans | 61% |
| Students Receiving Any Aid | 33% |
Student Debt & Repayment
| Median Debt at Graduation | $24,199 |
| Median Total Debt | $17,655 |
| 90th Percentile Debt | $41,975 |
| 3-Year Repayment Rate | 47% |
Net Price by Family Income
What families actually pay after grants and scholarships:
| $0 - $30,000 | $18,650 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $20,919 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $22,627 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $24,610 |
| $110,001+ | $26,399 |
Earnings After Graduation
Median earnings for students who received federal financial aid:
$50,231
6 Years After
$53,833
8 Years After
$58,354
10 Years After
Earnings Range (6 years after enrollment):
25th percentile: $30,624 | 75th percentile: $74,636
Earnings by Family Income Background
$42,141
Low Income
$54,915
Middle Income
$58,342
High Income
Student Outcomes
83%
Full-Time Retention
57%
Part-Time Retention
73%
Graduation Rate
Institutional Resources
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
$9,391
Avg. Faculty Salary
(monthly)
$13,760
Instructional Expenditure
(per student)
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