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
Mercer Theatre delves into the macabre with Grand Guignol horror tribute
Mercer News
McDuffie Center for Strings welcomes new distinguished artist Stefan Jackiw
People
President Underwood leads Mercer for nearly 20 transformative years
Mercer News
Acclaimed Broadway baritenor Jacob Keith Watson opens 2025-26 Jubilee Artists Series
Discovery and Innovation
Mercer students share writings at literary festival
Health and Wellness
KidsABC celebrates Bleckley hospital’s emergency department for pediatric care
People
Tom McDonald leaves legacy of generosity, education initiatives at Mercer
Mercer News
Dr. Michael Crouch appointed dean of College of Pharmacy
Discovery and Innovation
Mercer team researches how to enhance church worship for neurodivergent children
Life at Mercer
3 things to know about Mercer vs. VMI football game day: Oct. 25, 2025
Mercer News
Legendary journalist from Macon to discuss new memoir during hometown visit
Mercer News
Two sophomores chosen as Sullivan Fellows
Coming into college, I was looking for a space where I wanted to feel welcome. I wanted to feel like it was home. Very early on, I discovered this is the place for me, and that feeling has never gone away.
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