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 185 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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9,164
Total student enrollment
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2,056
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
School of Engineering to host defense technology seminar
People
How this Mercer alumnus turns reclaimed wood into priceless furniture
Life at Mercer
Bears’ 1st playoff game will be Dec. 7 after winning SoCon Championship outright
People
Mercer professor uses his faith to assist in Hurricane Helene efforts
Discovery and Innovation
Mercer project digitally preserves history of small northeast Georgia county
Mercer News
McEachern Art Center presents ‘Progression: From the Archives of Ric Geyer’
Life at Mercer
3 things to know about Mercer vs. Furman football game day: Nov. 23, 2024
Mercer News
COPA professor Dr. Sabrina Walthall recommended for Fulbright Specialist Roster
Mercer News
Mercer recognized as a 2024 ALL IN Most Engaged Campus for College Student Voting
Mercer News
Senior says ACP Summer Internship prepared her for the world of health care
Mercer News
Junior selected for $5,000 Women in Transportation scholarship
People
Mercerians at Crisis Line help victims of violence and abuse lead safer lives
Mercer is special to me because everyone is different. You can be a traditional student and go here during the day. You can be a night student and work during the day and go at night. Everyone comes from a different background … but when we all come together in the classroom, all of that kind of goes away, and we all can have discussions about our common interest.
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