by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Mercer degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Mercer measures up.
Mercer is ranked #2,079 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D-. Within Georgia, it ranks #69 of 99 for value.
Among the majors Mercer offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Pharmaceutical Sciences | #16 of 26 |
| Pharmacy | #16 of 26 |
| Communications / Public Relations | #18 of 27 |
| Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences | #23 of 38 |
| International Public Health/International Health | #24 of 36 |
| Public Health | #24 of 36 |
| Human Resources | #27 of 33 |
| Marketing | #29 of 53 |
| Other Marketing | #29 of 53 |
| General Engineering | #36 of 66 |
Below is the detailed Mercer value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Mercer University is ranked #7 out of #100 in Georgia for quality and #69 out of #99 for Georgia value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Mercer financial aid page to be sure.
Mercer University is ranked #2,079 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Mercer University is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Mercer costs about $24,877. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $99,507 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $58,172 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $23,847 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $24,877 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $99,507 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Mercer net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Mercer degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $232,688 | — | — |
| All Students | $99,507 | #2,079 | D- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $95,388 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $232,688 | — | — |
| All Students | $99,507 | #69 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $95,388 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Mercer shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $18,650 |
| $30K–$48K | $20,919 |
| $48K–$75K | $22,627 |
| $75K–$110K | $24,610 |
| Over $110K | $26,399 |
About 97% of Mercer undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $25,862 per year. Get more details on the Mercer financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Mercer cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.