Academics
Established in 1871, Mercer University – Macon is one of Mercer university
Mercer University
Information Summary
| Overall Score (about) | 91.3 |
| Total Cost On-Campus Attendance | $52,488 |
| Admission Success rate | N/A |
| ACT / SAT 75%ile scores | 30 / 1340 |
| Student Ratio Students-to-Faculty | 18 : 1 |
| Retention (full-time / part-time) | 89% / 79% |
| Enrollment Total (all students) | 8,740 |
Admissions
Students who wish to apply to Mercer University – Macon, must complete the online or print application form. There is a nonrefundable application fee to apply to this college. Each applicant must also submit an official high school transcript or GED score report, an official SAT or ACT score report, and any AP or college credit transcripts (where applicable). Letters of recommendation are required. Certain programs also have additional requirements. Prospective students should contact the school for specific deadline dates.
Adult students, non-degree seeking students, transfer students, home-schooled students, and international students may need to use different procedures, so they should refer to the university
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Financial Aid
Nearly 100% of the students at Mercer University – Macon receive some form of state, federal, private or institutional financial assistance. Most of the students who applied for financial aid were awarded need-based financial assistance. The average total need-based award package is about $31,000. Forms of aid that are available for students at Mercer University – Macon include grants, scholarships, loans, and work-study. The college also offers a number of scholarships and grants for students. Some are based on merit; others require applicants to demonstrate evidence of financial need. All students who wish to be considered for financial aid must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA should be submitted as soon as possible after January 1st each year. The deadline is April 1, but students are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible. If selected for verification, students will also need to complete a Federal Verification Worksheet and/or submit additional documents.
Students are encouraged to contact the Financial Aid Office for more information and assistance with completing the financial aid application process. Students should also note that financial aid applications must be renewed each year. Mercer University – Macon also offers a deferred payment plan to help students pay any tuition charges that are not covered by financial aid.
Student Financial Aid Details
Students
At Mercer University, there are more than 100 clubs, organizations, and activities that include academic, professional, political, social, talent, athletic, student government, media, religious, service, multicultural, special interest, and honor groups. Greek life is also a significant part of life at Mercer. There are 18 Greek organizations. Students can check the college
Student Enrollment Demographics
Student Graduation Demographics
Athletics
A member of the Atlantic Sun Conference, Mercer University competes at the NCAA Division I level. Known as the Bears, the university’s varsity teams compete in six men’s, seven women’s, and one co-educational sport. The school’s colors are orange and black, and its mascot is Toby the Bear. Men’s sports include golf, basketball, baseball, cross-country, soccer, and tennis. Women’s teams include soccer, cross-country, basketball, tennis, golf, softball, and volleyball. Air-rifle is co-educational.
Alumni
- J. Buford Boone, Pulitzer Prize-winning newspaper writer
- John Couric, former United Press International editor and journalism professor; father of Katie Couric
- Leila Denmark, renowned pediatrician who continued to practice medicine past her 100th birthday
- Nancy Grace, host of the popular Nancy Grace legal analysis program on Headline News
- Griffin B. Bell, Judge, United States Court of Appeals
- Jay Sekulow, chief counsel for the American Center for Law and Justice
- Charles “Jack” Pritchard, United States Ambassador and Special Envoy for Negotiations to North Korea
- Richard E. Hawes, Rear Admiral of the U.S. Navy
- John Birch, missionary and spy in China during the second world war
Bibliography
- Ashwood, Colin. Mercer University: Off the Record. Pittsburgh: College Prowler, 2011.
- Mercer University. Mercer University. 2011. Web. 23 May 2011.
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