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66%
Open Admissions
73%
Graduation
About Mercer University
Mercer University is a private, non-profit four-year institution located in Macon, Georgia. With an enrollment of approximately 4,620 undergraduate students, it is a small institution. With an acceptance rate of 66%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate stands at a strong 73%. Graduates earn a median salary of $58,354 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $22,350 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
66%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
73%
Enrollment
4,620
Total students
Median Earnings
$58,354
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$40,890
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$40,890
Per year
Average Net Price
$22,350
After aid (avg)
SAT Range
N/A or test-optional
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
SAT Score Range (M+R)
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Score Range
25 – 31
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
Test-optional / N/A
SAT Math
25th
580
Median
648
75th
670
200800
ACT Composite
25th
25
Median
30
75th
31
136
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$40,890/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$22,350/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Below Avg4-Year Cost
$89,400
10-Year Earnings
$583,540
ROI Multiple
6.5×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at Mercer University
Student Outcomes
73%
Graduation Rate
Above national average
$58k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
4,620
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
