Mercer University

Located in Macon, Georgia, Mercer University has earned dual recognition from Abound as a Best Online College and a Best College for Adults. The school combines flexible learning options with measurable student progress indicators, reflecting a focus on helping adult learners move steadily toward degree completion.

Overview

School Type

Website: www.mercer.edu

Contact: Mercer University

Accessibility

  • Distance education:Yes
  • Online degrees:Yes
  • Career services:Yes
  • Weekend/Evening classes:Yes
  • Credit for life experiences:No
  • On-Campus day care:No

Demographics

Part-time students
496 undergrads
  • Full-time undergrad students:4,124
  • Undergrad students over 25 years old:1,109
  • Pell Grant students:1,618
  • Online and distance education undergrad students:779
  • Part-time students
    11%
  • Students over 25 years old
    23%

Cost

In-district per-credit-hour charge for part-time students
$1,353
Average net price for students awarded grant/aid
$24,197
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Online & Distance Programs

Bachelor's degrees offered

  • Communication Journalism and Related Programs(1)
  • Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services(3)
  • Psychology(1)
  • Homeland Security Law Enforcement Firefighting and Related Protective Service(3)
  • Health Professions and Related Programs(3)

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  • Business Management Marketing and Related Support Services(5)
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Outcomes

  • Retention rate for part-time students:57%
  • Graduation rate for part-time students:62%

Military & Veteran

Number of undergraduate students receiving Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits
134 students
  • Credit for military training:Yes
  • Dedicated staff member:Yes
  • Student veteran organization:No
  • Yellow Ribbon Program member:Yes
  • Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges member:Yes
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Contact Mercer University

Contact Admissions

Renee Slaton, Director of Adult Undergraduate Admissions
(877) 840-8599
enroll@mercer.edu

Campus Information

Atlanta
Cecil B. Day Graduate and Professional Campus
3001 Mercer University Dr.
Atlanta, GA 30341

Douglas County
Douglas County Regional Academic Center
975 Blairs Bridge Rd
Lithia Springs, Georgia 30122

Henry County
Henry County Regional Academic Center
McDonough, Georgia 30253

Macon
1501 Mercer University Drive
Macon, Georgia 31207

ONLINE

Visit Mercer University Online

mercerforyou.com