Special Consideration Program for Graduate Studies
Become a Double Bear and Make an Even Greater Impact
Special Consideration Program for Graduate Studies
Mercer undergraduate students who successfully complete bachelor’s degree requirements and fulfill eligibility requirements at the point of program application, and alumni who graduated within the past two years, may be eligible to become a Double Bear and earn a Mercer graduate or professional degree through the University’s Special Consideration Program (SCP).
Extend your impact as a Mercerian, continue moving toward your educational and professional goals, and “Make It Mercer Again”.
Benefits
- Scholarships awarded for $2,000 or more for full-time enrollment and $1,000 or more for half-time enrollment, based on program selection
- Waived application fee for eligible programs
- Waived GMAT/GRE/MAT test requirement for most eligible programs
- Priority course registration
- Priority admission consideration
Program Admission Criteria
- Undergraduate degree requirements are met with at least 32 semester hours completed at Mercer
- Overall grade point average of 3.0 required (including any transferred hours); overall GPA of 3.0 in all courses completed at Mercer; overall GPA of 3.0 in all core curriculum courses (if applicable), and overall GPA of 3.0 in all courses at Mercer in declared major
- Students admitted through the Special Consideration Program must maintain at least half-time enrollment throughout the program for eligibility
Check with your admissions counselor regarding any program-specific criteria.
Make It Mercer Again
Attend a Special Consideration Program Event
Eligible Programs
Special Consideration Program admission is available for a variety of graduate and professional programs across the University. Review each program’s admission and SCP requirements, as requirements vary between programs.
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Mercer University’s Stetson-Hatcher School of Business delivers career-focused business education programs designed to shape students into innovative leaders who are responsible global citizens. Students can choose from several graduate programs that provide them with skills and knowledge to serve as effective business leaders.
Master of Business Administration (MBA) Programs:
- Evening MBA
- Full Time (Day) MBA
- Healthcare MBA
- Innovation MBA
- Online MBA
Other Graduate Business Programs:
- Master of Accountancy (MAcc)
- Combined MBA/MAcc
- Master of Science in Business Analytics
- Master of Science in Integrative Business
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Mercer’s Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) and Master of Education (M.Ed.) effectively equip graduates to succeed as educators.
The M.A.T. is ideal for individuals entering the field of teaching from other vocations or areas of study. It is also an option for those who are already in the classroom seeking initial certification.
- Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) in Elementary Education
- Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) in Middle Grades Education
- Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) in P-12 Education
- Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) in Secondary Education
The M.Ed. program is designed for currently certified educators seeking to enhance their teaching credentials to provide better support for their students.
- Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Elementary Education
- Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Middle Grades Education
- Master of Education (M.Ed.) in P-12 Education
- Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Secondary Education
- Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Educational Leadership (P-12 Tier I)
- Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Higher Education Leadership
COLLEGE OF PROFESSIONAL ADVANCEMENT
The College of Professional Advancement serves students seeking to further leadership roles in and beyond their communities. Our students can achieve their educational and career goals through flexible and convenient course options.
- Master of Science (M.S.) in Applied Data Intelligence and Machine Learning
- Master of Science (M.S.) in Criminal Justice and Public Safety Leadership
- Master in Science (M.S.) in Health Informatics
- Master of Science (M.S.) in Human Services Administration
- Master of Science (M.S.) in Organizational Leadership