Discover Mercer University
Macon, Georgia
Mercer University is a public and non-profit State Institution. The insitution offers a variety of hybrid, on-campus, and online programs—including BSN, RN to BSN, MSN, DNP, NP, and Post Grad Certificate degrees. Programs are accredited by the CCNE and the institution is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
- Doctoral University: Very High Research Activity
- 4 year or higher institution
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4,568 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
*Includes certificate and degree-seeking students - 4,030 Graduate Students Enrolled
- 61% Graduation Rate
- 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, Georgia 31207, US
- 1-800-MERCER-U
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Student Demographics
- 25 Average Age
- 36% Men
- 64% Women
- 1% Veterans
- 68% White
- 5% Hispanic
- 27% Black
- 2% Asian
College Data provided by the U.S. Department of Education and complemented with additional insights from our analysts. Learn more about our Rankings Methodology.
Nursing Programs
- $68,520 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
- $60,481 In-State Graduate Tuition*
*Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.
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ProgramFormatTuitionScore
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Hybrid Program$61,768 In-State Tuition4.3 Program Score
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Hybrid Program$56,791 In-State Tuition4.3 Program Score
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Hybrid Program$99,022 In-State Tuition4.3 Program Score
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Hybrid Program$30,134 In-State Tuition4.3 Program Score
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Hybrid Program$52,155 In-State Tuition4.2 Program Score
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Hybrid Program$93,878 In-State Tuition4.3 Program Score
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Hybrid Program$25,498 In-State Tuition4.5 Program Score
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Hybrid Program$55,632 In-State Tuition4.3 Program Score
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Hybrid Program$97,736 In-State Tuition4.3 Program Score
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Hybrid Program$28,975 In-State Tuition4.3 Program Score
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Hybrid Program$56,791 In-State Tuition4.3 Program Score
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Hybrid Program$99,022 In-State Tuition4.3 Program Score
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Hybrid Program$30,134 In-State Tuition4.3 Program Score
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Online Program$11,552 In-State Tuition4.4 Program Score
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On-Campus Program$132,240 In-State Tuition4.2 Program Score
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Mercer University is a private research university with its main campus in Macon, Georgia. Founded in 1833 as Mercer Institute and gaining university status in 1837, the institution is the oldest private university in the state and enrolls more than 9,000 students in 12 colleges and schools. The multi-campus Mercer University Health Sciences Center incorporates programs offered by the Georgia Baptist College of Nursing, and the new College of Health Professions, opened in 2013. The Nursing College was founded in 1902 and the mission of the Nursing College was to 'heal the needy sick'. This mission has become the cornerstone of the Nursing School ever since it was founded.
Nursing Programs
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Programs
- BSN: Traditional Pre-licensure
- BSN: Second degree Accelerated BSN
- RN -BSN Program
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Programs
- MSN: Family Nurse Practitioner
- MSN: Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
- MSN: Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
- MSN: Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Programs
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BSN to DNP
- Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
- Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
- Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
- Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
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Post-Master's DNP
- Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
- Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Nursing Programs
- BSN-Ph.D.
- MSN-Ph.D.
Post-Graduate Certificate Programs
- AGAC-NP
- AGPC-NP
- FNP
- PMHNP
Hands-On Learning Environment
Studying in the Nursing program offers students a rich learning environment, aiming to broaden nursing student's intellectual horizons and encourage innovative professional practices. The program emphasizes experiential learning and supports student success in leadership development, interdisciplinary clinical practice, and scholarship.
Mode of Learning
The BSN track includes online instruction, on-site clinical practice, and skills labs, with some blended learning classes. The RN-BSN program is fully online. The PhD in Nursing is also online, while the MSN programs are on campus in Atlanta.
Accreditation
The BSN, MSN, and DNP programs at Mercer University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
The Georgia Baptist College of Nursing is fully accredited by the Georgia Board of Nursing.
NCLEX Pass Rates
The NCLEX-RN pass rate for 2023 Nursing graduates from Mercer's BSN program is 80%. This reflects the institution's commitment to maintaining high standards in nursing education, ensuring students are well-prepared and confident as they begin their nursing careers.
Acceptance/Admission Rates
The program's admissions process is less selective. A minimum TEAS composite score of 76% and a minimum 3.0 GPA are general requirements for consideration. However, case-by-case waivers may be granted, allowing applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements to be considered for admission if they demonstrate exceptional potential or possess unique qualifications aligned with the program's objectives.
Edited by Joe V
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