D1Southern Conference
Mercer University
"Bears"
Macon, GASoutheast
College Location
Basketball Programs
Men's Basketball
Ryan Ridder
Women's Basketball
Michelle Clark-Heard
Sports Programs
12 sportsBaseball
Men
D1 Basketball
M & W
D1 Beach Volleyball
Women
D1 Cross Country
M & W
D1 Football
Men
D1 • FCSGolf
M & W
D1 Lacrosse
M & W
D1 Soccer
M & W
D1 Softball
Women
D1 Tennis
M & W
D1 Track & Field (Outdoor)
Women
D1 Volleyball
Women
D1 Academic & Financial Overview
3.70
Avg GPA
1250
SAT
28
ACT
75%
Accept Rate
$38,700
In-State Tuition
$38,700
Out-of-State
$12,500
Room & Board
Facilities & Arena
Arena Information
Hawkins Arena
3,200 seats
7/10 rating
Available Facilities
Practice Gym
Strength Training Center
Sports Medicine Facility
Academic Support Center
International Student Organizations
Location & Climate
Climate & Weather
Humid Subtropical
52°F (11°C)
Winter
92°F (33°C)
Summer
Travel & Access
Middle Georgia Regional Airport15 miles (24 km) away
Macon0 miles (0 km) away
International Student Support
6%
International Students
ESL Program
International Student Organizations
Diversity & Campus Life
7/10
Diversity Index
7/10
Coaching Stability
6/10
International Recruiting
Additional Information
Notable Alumni
Nancy Grace (TV Host), Various healthcare professionals and business leaders
Special Programs
Business, Engineering, Health Sciences, Liberal Arts, Pharmacy
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