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- School Code: 158000
- Phone: (404) 816-0000 x000
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100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
13:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
36FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$22,228Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
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Social Science Degree
Social Science is a field of study focused society and the associated relationships between people. The primary sub-disciplines include: Political Science, Economics, Sociology, Geography, Anthropology, Archaeology, History, and Linguistics. Get more details below including other Georgia colleges that offer social science degrees.
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Mercer University
50 Hurt Plaza SE Ste. 400, Atlanta, GA
Mercer University is a nonprofit private institution located in Macon, GA and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. Enrollment at Mercer University is nearly 8,200 annually.
Students may select from a few areas of study, including but not limited to:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Education
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Legal Professions And Studies
- Public Administration And Social Services
To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school records, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. Most students admitted to this school achieve an SAT score within the range of 1060 - 1260, or an ACT score between 24 - 29. This school accepts approximately 80% of students applying. Of those students admitted, nearly 26% of students registered for enrollment. More information regarding admissions can be found here.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $35,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to understand their costs. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is approximately $5,700. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.
The mascot for Mercer University is the "Bears", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Golf (NCAA Division I-AAA)
Contact information, admission forms, areas of study offered, and much more may be viewed on school's website at http://www.mercer.edu.
Students Enrolled in the Social Science Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Mercer University has offered the following academic levels for students:
- Less Than One Year Certificate
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
---|---|
Less Than One Year Certificate | 16 |
Bachelor's Degree | 12 |
Master's Degree | 16 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 13 |
Female | 31 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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American Indian | 1 |
Black | 24 |
Hispanic | 1 |
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders | 1 |
White | 12 |
Unknown | 5 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the Social Science program at Mercer University, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Regulatory Affairs Managers
Description
Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.
Transportation Planners
Description
Prepare studies for proposed transportation projects. Gather, compile, and analyze data. Study the use and operation of transportation systems. Develop transportation models or simulations.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, transportation planners employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -2.0% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
- Total Employment: 390
- Average Hourly Rate: $32.28
- Average Annual Salary: $67140
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the candidates Mercer University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Mercer University may provide services including:
- Distance learning
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Career path counseling
- Student employment
- Assisting students to find work
Intercollegiate Athletics
Mercer University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Southland Conference)
- Basketball (Southern Conference)
- Football (Southern Conference)
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Beach Volleyball