Mercer University

Yes, you can join Mercer University's MBA programme even if you do not have prior work experience. Mercer University does not define any explicit requirement to have work experience to apply for the Full-Time MBA program. This programme helps students to become industry-ready for important jobs in various industries. You can choose from different specializations to focus on what you want to do in your career. However, on an average, majority of the students enrolled in the programme have worked before. Mercer University also has an online MBA program. You don't need any experience in business to apply for this program.

Mercer University is one of America’s the oldest and most distinctive Universities that was founded in 1833. The University offers more than 130 academic programs and around 12 schools and colleges along with an inclusive and diverse campus to ensure a welcoming atmosphere, and ocean of opportunities for its students. Mercer University has many successful notable alumni such as Erick Woods Erickson, Luke Askew, and Henry Dickerson McDaniel.

Mercer University welcomes its alumni with open arms in the events organized by the university throughout the year such as the annual Alumni and Friends career speaker series, the annual Alumni and Friends awards reception and dinner, and various other events.

There are certain privileges that the Alumni of Mercer University after graduating such as library privileges where the Alumni can access the university libraries with relevant ID proof, the Alumni are also eligible to join the Sheffield Gym, and can also gain access to free tickets to certain Mercer sporting events such as football, basketball, and baseball games.

Mercer University has a lot of successful alumni accross multiple fields such as acting, sports, journalists, models, and many more. One such famous graduate of Mercer University is Barry P. Fanaro. He is a famous Hollywood Screenwriter and is a graduate of Mercer University who achieved great academic excellence during his college years and graduated with a double major from Mercer University Atlanta. He is best known as a writer and producer of The Golden Girls. He is also the winner of three Golden Globe Awards for Best Comedy/Variety Show. Another well-known alumni of Mercer University are Andrea Congreaves, Cory Gearrin, Tom Abbot, etc.

Mercer University provides multiple placement opportunities to its graduates of various programs. For instance, students who complete their BBA in Accounting at Mercer University can pursue careers in public accounting firms, government agencies, accounting managers’ auditors, financial analysts, and many more.  Some of the top companies in which the graduates of Business Analytics at Mercer University have interned and worked are BlackRock, Coca-Cola, Pfizer, UPS, Cox Communications, and many more.

Mercer's test optional policy allows first-year students with a GPA above 3.35 and transfer students with a college GPA above 2.5 to apply without submitting SAT or ACT scores. Mercer does not practice Early Decision. Early decision is a process in which a student can apply early to be considered for admission before other students. Mercer has a holistic approch towards reviewing applications. It looks beyond GPA and standardized test scores. International students whose native language or language of instruction is not English must submit an official language test score. Mercer is less selective, with an acceptance rate of 74%.Mercer University is a private research university established in 1833. Students who are admitted to the school have an average SAT score between 1210–1340 or an average ACT score of 26–31.

Mercer University has an acceptance rate of 74.7% thus making admission to the University slightly selective. Before evaluating any test scores, Mercer University puts more weight on the academic and leadership abilities of the students along with their extracurricular involvement, essays, and short answer responses as Mercer University emphasizes the passions, and goals of its students and how they plan to make a difference in the world.

Test Optional Admissions states that students can apply for admission to the university without submitting their ACT or SAT scores. Yes, international students can appear for Test Optional Admission at Mercer University. The students need to complete an interview with their admissions counselor. The international students are also required to submit their English Language Proficiency scores.

Mercer University has a total enrollment of approximately 9,164 students with students coming from 38 different countries. Mercer University acceptance rate is 74.7% making admissions to the university slightly competitive and selective. Students should meet the eligibility criteria for the English Proficiency Test score as well as meet the minimum requirements for ACT and SAT scores.

1. Mercer International Student Merit Scholarship: For top-performing international students, awards range from $10,000 to $25,000 per year. Apply anytime through the general application.
2. Presidential Scholarship: Given to outstanding students showing strong academics, leadership, and co-curricular activities. The scholarhip amount varies. Apply by November 1st through the general application.
3. Departmental Scholarships: Some departments offer merit-based scholarships.
4. National Merit Scholarships: National Merit Scholars may qualify for Mercer scholarships.
   
   Financial Aid:

1. Federal Aid: Indian students aren't eligible but can still fill out the FAFSA to show financial need. Apply till February 1st.
2. Mercer Need-Based Scholarship: Available to students with financial need. Apply anytime through the general application.
3. International Student Emergency Fund: Helps students facing financial hardship. Contact International Student Services for details.

Undergraduate students who are pursuing courses in the following colleges at Mercer University namely, College of Education, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, School of Business, and College of Health Professions are eligible for the Dean’s Scholarship. The selected group of students will also be considered for full-tuition academic scholarships. Undergraduate students who are accepted to the School of Music are further eligible for additional scholarships by participating in a music audition. Some important information regarding the Dean’s Scholarship is mentioned below-

Amount

$1,000-$3,000

FMSA Deadline

March 15, 2024

Renewal Criteria

Renewable for 4 years, Students must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0 to be eligible for scholarship each year

Undergraduate students pursuing majors in Journalism at Mercer University are eligible for the Media Changemaker Scholarship. The Scholarship involves the full tuition fee of the student. It is renewable for 4 years provided that the student maintains a minimum GPA of 2.0 each year to continue to stay eligible for the scholarship.

After receiving admission at Mercer University, all students are evaluated for eligibility to receive a merit scholarship. For first-year students, the merit scholarship ranges from ,000-$25,000 per year (INR 1,505,901- 2,091,530). The university merit scholarships are renewable for four years provided that the undergraduate students maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0 each year.

For students living off-campus, there are certain estimated indirect costs they need to look into such as costs of books, supplies, transportation, and other expenses. An estimated indirect cost of such fees is mentioned below-

Estimated Indirect Cost

Fall & Spring Fee

Books, supplies, and equipment

$1,200

Transportation

$1,197

Miscellaneous Personal Expenses

$1.602

Federal Loan Fees

$67

Total Estimated Indirect Cost

$4,066

Mercer University offers more than 130 programs distributed across various Schools & Colleges such as the College of Education, College of Health Professions, College of Nursing, College of Pharmacy, and many more. Some of the top courses offered by Mercer University are Business, Management, Marketing, Engineering, Biological and Biomedical Sciences, etc.

Mercer University ensures that the students enjoy quality living during their course of education and hence the apartments are not too far from the University to ensure students’ convenience. Students also have access to a complimentary gym right across the street from the community for students to stay active and healthy.

The students’ safety at Mercer University is of utmost importance thus the University ensures 24-hour, 365-day availability of Campus police to ensure the maintenance of quality life for students and faculty at Mercer University Atlanta. The official University website also provides detailed information on students’ safety both on and off-campus.

Mercer University requires that all 1st, 2nd, and 3rd year students reside within the campus itself however, 4th year students are not guaranteed campus housing thus, they need to search for off-campus housing. To meet off-campus living expenses, students can take up jobs or apply for work-study positions. Students must select their housing based on their budget. To ensure one’s safety at the apartment the students can always reach out to the local neighbors and ask for all the necessary details as required.

Mercer University offers various campuses such as Macon, Atlanta, Savanna, and Columbus. The Macon Campus is home to the School of Medicine, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, the School of Business along with programs of the College of Professional Advancement and the College of Health Professions. The Atlanta campus is home to the College of Pharmacy, College of Nursing, and College of Professional Advancement along with programs of the School of Business and College of Education. The Savannah Campus is home to the four-year M.D. programme in the School of Medicine and so is the Columbus Campus.

 Mercer University secured the rank of #99 in 2024 as the best graduate Law School category in 2024 according to the top-ranking publishers. The School of Law at Mercer University provides a legal writing programme to prepare students with legal writing and research skills along with a certification for the same. Furthermore, the university also ensures that the students receive hands-on experience through clinical training where the students work on real cases during their course of study.

The College of Nursing at Mercer University achieved the rank of 102 in 2024 according to the top-ranking publishers. The graduate Nursing School at Mercer University aims to prepare students to become professional nursing leaders of the future focusing on processes of advanced clinical practices, social, economic, and political interpretation, theoretical application, etc.