Mercer University

Macon, United States

Updated Jun 2026

Overview

Institution Type: University
Control Type: Private

Mercer University is a private university based in Macon, United States, operating as a higher-education provider within the United States's higher-education sector.

Academically, Mercer University spans multiple qualification levels, hosted within its academic units. The university runs an extensive programme catalogue across these constituent units.

Mercer University has 4,500 students active in its programmes. The student body operates within its campus environment, supported by teaching and administrative staff across faculties.

Location & Contact

Address book entry for Mercer University: location, phone, email, web, and social channels. The press or media office handles institutional inquiries; admissions handles student-specific queries.

Academic Details

Institutional vitals for Mercer University: how big, how staffed, and how recognised it is. Campus setting (urban, suburban, rural) interacts with these metrics in shaping the daily academic experience.

Total Students: 4,500

Programs Offered

Find a programme at Mercer University by filter, or browse by degree level. Online and on-campus delivery modes differ in tuition, time commitment, and credential recognition — confirm which mode each programme runs in.

135 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in United States

Bachelor's Degree 66 programmes

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and Related Services
Accounting
Bachelor's Degree in Anthropology
Social & Cultural Studies
Bachelor's Degree in Area Studies
Social & Cultural Studies
Bachelor's Degree in Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology
Biochemistry
Bachelor's Degree in Biology, General
Biological Sciences
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Management and Operations
Business Administration
Bachelor's Degree in Business/Commerce, General
Business Administration
Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry
Chemistry
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
Civil Engineering & Construction
Bachelor's Degree in Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Linguistics & Language Studies

Showing 10 of 66.

Master's Degree 39 programmes

Master's Degree in Accounting and Related Services
Accounting
Master's Degree in Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Master's Degree in Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
Biological Sciences
Master's Degree in Biology, General
Biological Sciences
Master's Degree in Biomedical/Medical Engineering
Bio & Biomedical Engineering
Master's Degree in Business Administration, Management and Operations
Business Administration
Master's Degree in Business/Commerce, General
Business Administration
Master's Degree in Civil Engineering
Civil Engineering & Construction
Master's Degree in Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology
Clinical Psychology
Master's Degree in Computer Engineering
Electrical Engineering

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Doctorate 11 programmes

Doctorate in Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology
Clinical Psychology
Doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction
Education & Teaching
Doctorate in Educational Administration and Supervision
Educational Leadership
Doctorate in Law
Law
Doctorate in Medicine
Medicine
Doctorate in Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
Counselling & Psychotherapy
Doctorate in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration
Pharmacy
Doctorate in Public Health
Public Health
Doctorate in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Nursing
Doctorate in Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions
Rehabilitation Sciences

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Professional Doctorate 5 programmes

Professional Doctorate in Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology
Clinical Psychology
Professional Doctorate in Law
Law
Professional Doctorate in Medicine
Medicine
Professional Doctorate in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration
Pharmacy
Professional Doctorate in Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions
Rehabilitation Sciences

Certificate 1 programme

Certificate in Social Sciences, General
Social & Cultural Studies

Postgraduate Certificate 13 programmes

Postgraduate Certificate in Curriculum and Instruction
Education & Teaching
Postgraduate Certificate in Education, General
Education & Teaching
Postgraduate Certificate in Educational Administration and Supervision
Educational Leadership
Postgraduate Certificate in Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations
Entrepreneurship
Postgraduate Certificate in Finance and Financial Management Services
Finance, Banking & Insurance
Postgraduate Certificate in Health and Medical Administrative Services
Healthcare Administration
Postgraduate Certificate in Human Resources Management and Services
Human Resource Management
Postgraduate Certificate in Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods
Operations Management
Postgraduate Certificate in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
Public Relations
Postgraduate Certificate in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Nursing

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How to apply to Mercer University

Five steps that capture how most applications to Mercer University flow, from research through submission to follow-up correspondence.

  1. 1
    Research programmes at Mercer University

    Begin by reviewing the programmes section above. Mercer University offers 135 programmes grouped by qualification level. Decide on a target tier (bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) before narrowing by subject.

  2. 2
    Review admissions criteria

    Each programme at Mercer University has its own entry requirements — academic minimums, language proficiency, supporting documents, and sometimes interviews or portfolios. Check the programme-specific page or contact admissions to confirm eligibility.

  3. 3
    Gather supporting documents

    Most applications require certified academic records, identification documents, language test certificates (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent for English-medium programmes), CV/résumé, and a statement of purpose. Allow extra time for document authentication.

  4. 4
    Lodge your application

    Apply directly via Mercer University's online portal at www.mercer.edu. Complete the application form, upload supporting documents, and pay any application fee. Confirmation emails typically arrive within a few business days.

  5. 5
    Confirm receipt and track progress

    After submitting, confirm receipt with the admissions office and track your application status through the portal. Set reminders for any interview requests, additional document submissions, or admission decision deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about Mercer University

A short Q&A covering Mercer University's essentials — founding, location, scale, ranking, and academic structure.

What city is Mercer University in?

Mercer University operates from Macon, United States.

Is Mercer University public or private?

Mercer University operates as a private institution.

How big is Mercer University's student body?

Mercer University serves approximately 4,500 students.

What is Mercer University's official website?

You can find Mercer University online at www.mercer.edu.

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