Mercer Admission Requirements

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Mercer is 74.7%.  Its admission rate is the 34th lowest in Georgia.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Mercer and can you get accepted?

Mercer is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 5,643 out of the 7,556 who applied were admitted.

Mercer University typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.98. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 16% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Mercer?

75% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Mercer University you should:

• Have a high school GPA of 3.98 or better
• Earn A- grades in high school
• Score 1280 on the SAT
• Score 28 on the ACT
• Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

What GPA do you need to get into Mercer University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Mercer are to have around a 3.98 high school GPA. You are required to have exceptionally good grades and you should be graduating near the top of your class.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Mercer accepts 75% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Mercer is 3.98 on the 4.0 scale. 35% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn A- letter grades and regularly score around 90-92 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #2 in Georgia for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Mercer is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 4.0 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Mercer University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 37% of students submitted SAT scores and 20% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Mercer University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Mercer is 1280 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1190-1360. Students who get into Mercer University score in the top 26 percent of all SAT test takers..  Mercer ranks #4 in the state of Georgia and #221 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1280 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Mercer regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1190 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1190, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1100, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Mercer University is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1280 SAT score range.

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1275, you have around a 75% chance of being admitted. A 1360 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 85% chance of getting in.

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Mercer?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Mercer is 28, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 26 and 31.  The school ranks #5 in Georgia and #200 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 28. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 26 and score in the score in the top 18 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 24.

20 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Mercer University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Mercer University is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Mercer for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 28 score has around 75% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 87% with a 31 ACT score.

High School Class Rank

75% of Mercer University freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 41% are in the top ten percent.

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Mercer University is $50.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Mercer University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Credits Accepted

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Mercer is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.98 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1280 on the SAT and 28 on the ACT will further lock in your application.