A ‘Best Value’ Among National Universities

Mercer is consistently named a “best value” among national universities, combining exceptional education and career preparation at a relatively affordable price.

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Bears Earn No. 7 Seed in FCS Playoffs

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Why Mercer

Making A Genuine Difference

We hold ourselves to a different set of standards – incorporating a higher sense of purpose to everything we do. This takes us beyond campus walls to Vietnam, Botswana or wherever we are needed.
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Discovery and Innovation

Curiosity with a purpose
As one of the best undergraduate research programs in the country, our students embark on the pursuit for knowledge as soon as they step foot on campus.
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Global Impact

Making a world of difference
We’re on a mission to change the world, one student at a time, and our Bears are leaving their footprints across the globe in the process.
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Strengthening Communities

Local and global connections
Our faculty, staff and students are constantly searching for ways to improve lives and build up neighborhoods.
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Research That Reaches Out

Integrating research and service
We're equipping students with the skills required to engage in sophisticated research aimed at solving real problems facing humankind.
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Flourishing Arts Scene

Supporting the arts
Dedication to the arts means creating an academic atmosphere that supports all paradigms. We are committed to diversity of thought and developing well-rounded students.
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Mercer is a very collaborative institution. In every single class, I have to work with a team to really tackle a given problem.

Daniel Alejandro Mendoza, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, ‘23

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Having the opportunity to build relationships and support one another is what’s special to me about the Mercer experience.

Elizabeth Merchant, School of Business, ‘21

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Mercer has prepared me for my future by intellectually and socially pushing me to become a better leader.

Vivian Madrid, College of Education, ‘21

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This is Mercer

Embracing the Orange and Black

Students from all over the world discover a college experience at Mercer that fits their unique needs, interests and goals.

  • Academics

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  • Admissions

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  • Life at Mercer

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  • About Mercer

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  • Discovery and Innovation

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  • Global Impact

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