About Mercer
Our mission isn’t just what we live by – it’s who we are. We’ve been teaching, creating and serving for more than 190 years.
Facts and Figures
By the Numbers
Mercer University remains one of America’s oldest and most distinctive institutions of higher learning.
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9,232
Total student enrollment
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2,109
Faculty and staff members
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38
Countries that students are from

Our Traditions
From school colors to annual events, Mercer is packed with proud traditions that have made the University what it is today.
The Den
What’s happening on campus

Mercer News
Kids Alliance for Better Care celebrates Monroe County Hospital emergency department as part of Pediatric Emergency Care Project

Mercer News
Board of trustees executive committee appoints Presidential Search Committee

People
Dr. Bobby Jones lived to help and connect with others | Mercer Legends

Mercer News
Rising senior Abby Williamson named Snyder Scholar for Excellence in Chemistry

Mercer News
College of Nursing receives $500,000 grant to increase graduates entering the Georgia workforce

People
Mercer Law student is making her dreams come true

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Goldwater Scholar is passionate about neuroscience, research

Discovery and Innovation
HR and talent development program offers students professional opportunities

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Mercer students receive Best Student Project Award at 2025 Gulf-South Summit

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Debate team members named novice champions at national tournament

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Graduate Spotlight: Linda Phan

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Mercer graduate’s personal journey becomes catalyst for advocacy

Our History
Our story begins in 1833 with a group of trailblazing Georgia Baptists, including our namesake Jesse Mercer.

You'll find us all across Georgia
With locations in Macon, Atlanta, Savannah, Columbus and more