Mercer University
Macon, GA · Private Nonprofit
Test scores
Admitted students score between 1160 and 1350 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
ACT midpoint: 30
Popular programs at Mercer University
Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.
| # | Program | Stairway Ranking | Graduates/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | 217 | |
| 2 | Engineering, General. | 131 | |
| 3 | Psychology, General. | 84 | |
| 4 | Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | 77 | |
| 5 | Marketing. | 62 | |
| 6 | Biology, General. | 53 | |
| 7 | Public Health. | 53 | |
| 8 | Communication and Media Studies. | 37 | |
| 9 | Finance and Financial Management Services. | 35 | |
| 10 | Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | 34 | |
| 11 | Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | 32 | |
| 12 | Human Resources Management and Services. | 32 | |
| 13 | Business Administration, Management and Operations. | 31 | |
| 14 | Accounting and Related Services. | 29 | |
| 15 | Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration. | 28 | |
| 16 | Business/Commerce, General. | 24 | |
| 17 | Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | 23 | |
| 18 | Criminology. | 23 | |
| 19 | Chemistry. | 22 | |
| 20 | Political Science and Government. | 19 |
Showing top 20 of 60 programs
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Mercer University?
Mercer University has an acceptance rate of 69% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.
What SAT score do I need for Mercer University?
Admitted students at Mercer University typically score between 1160 and 1350 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does Mercer University cost?
The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Mercer University is approximately $23,847 per year.
What is the graduation rate at Mercer University?
4-year graduation rate data for Mercer University is not currently published.
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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.
