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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8,945
Total student enrollment
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2,145
Faculty and staff members
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41
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
People
Mercer president proud to lead the university that changed her life
Life at Mercer
Meet Mercer’s new First Dog: Champ
Discovery and Innovation
Fellows build leadership, character while working alongside Mercer president
Mercer News
Brent Cobb hosts 2nd South of Atlanta Fest at Robins Financial Capitol Theatre
Life at Mercer
Mercer to confer degrees to more than 2,200 graduates at four commencements in May
Mercer News
Mercer Model Arab League takes home awards from national conference
Life at Mercer
Building for BEARS: New student center to elevate Mercer’s Macon campus
Mercer News
School of Medicine announces 2026 Primary Care Accelerated Track Scholars
Mercer News
Mercer celebrates faculty achievement at 2026 awards ceremony
Mercer News
School of Medicine celebrates 2026 Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Rural Scholars
Viewpoints
Pave a path to peace one step at a time | Dr. Craig McMahan
Mercer News
Underwood appointed as chancellor; trustees approve new student center construction
At Mercer, I have had the immense privilege of having people that have guided me and built me up to where I feel as though I can be that guide light for someone else.
Impact stories
The Hallmarks of Our Institution
Discovery and Innovation
Opportunities Set Mercer Students Apart
Undergraduate research is central to Mercer’s commitment to experiential learning. And because of the University’s special focus on integrating research and service, students have unparalleled opportunities to impact the world around them.
Our History
Our story begins in 1833 with a group of trailblazing Georgia Baptists, including our namesake Jesse Mercer.
Educational Partnerships
Our partners who make learning possible
You'll find us all across Georgia
With locations in Macon, Atlanta, Savannah, Columbus and more