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Mercer University SAT & ACT scores

Enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% of about 1160-1350. Their ACT composite middle 50% was 25-31. Mercer University admitted 69% of applicants and considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional).

SAT middle 50%
1160-1350
ACT middle 50%
25-31
Acceptance rate
69%
Test policy, fall 2024
Test-optional
Undergraduates
4,500

Quick answer

What SAT score do you need for Mercer University?

There is no published minimum. Aim for 1350 or higher to sit in the top quarter of Mercer University's SAT submitters; 1160 marks the bottom quarter. Its SAT midpoint is higher than at 68% of the 902 colleges in this directory that report SAT scores.

Score check

Where does your score land at Mercer University?

The middle 50% describes enrolled students who chose to submit scores, so test-optional colleges can show higher ranges than their full class. Scores are one part of an application.

Fall 2024 entering class

Mercer University SAT and ACT score ranges

Score percentiles of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores
Measure25th percentile50th percentile75th percentile
SAT Reading and Writing590640680
SAT Math570610670
SAT total (estimated)116012501350
ACT composite252831

The two sections are balanced: the top quarter starts at 680 in Reading and Writing and 670 in Math, and neither section's middle 50% spans more than 100 points.

College Scorecard's SAT-equivalent average for admitted students is 1271.

Testing policy

Does Mercer University require the SAT or ACT?

Reported for fall 2024: Test-optional

Mercer University told the U.S. Department of Education that it considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional) for students entering in fall 2024.

Check the current cycle

Many colleges have changed testing rules since 2024, and several now require scores again. Confirm the policy for your application year on Mercer University's website before deciding whether to submit.

Beyond scores

Cost and outcomes at Mercer University

In-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$42,312
Average net price after aid (2023-24)
$23,847
First-year retention rate
82%
Graduation rate within 6 years
70%
Median earnings 10 years after entry
$58,354

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Colleges with similar score ranges

University of HoustonTX · SAT 1160-1340Iowa State UniversityIA · SAT 1120-1360University of North Carolina at CharlotteNC · SAT 1140-1330James Madison UniversityVA · SAT 1170-1340Texas Christian UniversityTX · SAT 1140-1350State University of New York at New PaltzNY · SAT 1170-1340

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FAQ

Mercer University admissions questions

What SAT score do you need to get into Mercer University?

Mercer University does not publish a minimum SAT score. Among enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024, the middle 50% scored between 1160 and 1350 (estimated from section scores). A score of 1350 or higher would place you in the top quarter of that group; 1160 marks the bottom quarter.

What ACT score do you need for Mercer University?

Enrolled first-year students who submitted ACT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% composite of 25 to 31, with a median of 28. Scoring 31 or above puts you in the top quarter of submitters.

Does Mercer University require the SAT or ACT?

For fall 2024 entry, Mercer University reported to the U.S. Department of Education that it considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional). Testing policies have changed at many colleges since then, so confirm the current policy on Mercer University's admissions website before you apply.

What is Mercer University's acceptance rate?

Mercer University admitted 69% of applicants for fall 2024, according to data it reported to the U.S. Department of Education.

Sources and method

Where these numbers come from

Test scores: 25th, 50th and 75th percentile SAT section scores and ACT composites of first-time students who enrolled in fall 2024 and submitted scores, as each college reported to IPEDS. Composite SAT ranges add the two section percentiles, so they are an estimate of the true composite range.

Admissions and test policy: Fall 2024 entering class, reported to IPEDS in 2024-25. Policies change; check each college's admissions site before applying.

Cost and outcomes: tuition for academic year 2024-25; average net price for academic year 2023-24; graduation rate for first-time, full-time students who started in 2018-19, graduating within 150% of normal time (6 years for a bachelor's degree); median earnings 10 years after entry, measured in 2020 and 2021, in 2022 dollars.

Coverage: colleges currently operating that reported SAT or ACT ranges and enrolled at least 500 undergraduates. Data released 2026-06-10, retrieved 2026-10-05. Spot an error? Email [email protected].