Mercer University

If you want to apply to Mercer University, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is July 1 and the application fee costs $50.

Mercer University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Mercer University's admissions stats.

Mercer University 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	4.0
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	41%
Mean SAT Score	1302
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	26%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	17%
Waitlist	Yes

Mercer University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Mercer University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	Yes	November 15	January 15
Regular Decision	Yes	July 1	––

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Applying Early to Mercer University?

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Mercer University does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 15. Mercer University will release EA admissions decisions no later than January 15.

Mercer University accepts around 81% of early action applicants and 75% all applicants for all deadlines. In 2021, Mercer University admitted 3,575 of the 4,429 who applied early action.

➡️ Explore a list of some top colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Mercer University Admissions

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How To Get Into Mercer University

It is very difficult to get into Mercer University. Mercer University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny or waitlist.

In 2021, Mercer University accepted 75% of all applicants, about 5,430 from 7,201 applicants.

Schools that are very difficult to get into, like Mercer University, accept fewer than 60% of all applicants. At least 50% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 10% of their high school class and scored over 1230 on the SAT and over 26 on the ACT.

Transferring to Mercer University

It is very difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Mercer University

In 2022, Mercer University waitlisted 327 students and 327 accepted a place on the waitlist. Of those, 44 eventually were offered a spot.

What Does Mercer University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are they consider most important in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at Mercer University

What does Mercer University consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Level of Applicant's Interest	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Application Essay	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Volunteer Work	Important
Class Rank	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Interview	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered

Make sure to check with Mercer University for more information on admission factors.

Mercer University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Mercer University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Mercer University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview			√
Letter(s) of Recommendation	1
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√
Transcript of High School Record	√
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	3.35

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Mercer University?

Students admitted to Mercer University have an average unweighted GPA of 4.0.

Out of all students that were admitted, 47% submitted a class rank. At Mercer University 41% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 75% were in the top 25% and 95% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Mercer University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	34.8%
3.75 and 3.99	38.5%
3.50 and 3.74	20.5%
3.25 and 3.49	4.7%
3.00 and 3.24	1.1%
2.50 and 2.9	0.4%
2.00 and 2.49	––

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Mercer University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Mercer University looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Mercer University is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 26% of Mercer University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 17% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Mercer University?

To be competitive with other Mercer University applicants, you should strive to earn between 1240 and 1370 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Mercer University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1370 and 25% of scored lower than 1240, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Mercer University student is 1302.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Mercer University students scored 700 or higher and 75% of students scored 625 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Mercer University students scored 700 or higher, and 75% scored a 625 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Mercer University?

To be most competitive at Mercer University, you should strive to earn between 28 and 32 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 32 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Mercer University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 32, and three out of four students scored lower than 32 on the ACT.

A 28 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Mercer University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 28.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Mercer University

For transfer students, it is very difficult to get admitted to Mercer University.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is August 1.

Transfer students can enroll in Mercer University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Mercer University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Mercer University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Mercer University.

Does Mercer University accept transfer credits?

✅ Mercer University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Mercer University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Mercer University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Mercer University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Mercer University?

❌ No, Mercer University is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Mercer University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Mercer University is 75%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Mercer University?

❌ Mercer University does not offer early decision.

What is the early action acceptance rate at Mercer University?

✅ The early action acceptance rate at Mercer University was 81% in 2021.

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