Mercer University's published cost of attendance is $58,204. Need-based financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $19,817, families in the lower-middle income band pay around $21,484, middle-income families pay about $22,533, families in the upper-middle income band pay approximately $25,184, and higher-income families pay around $26,770.
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Net prices are averages and may vary. Based on federal data for first-time, full-time students receiving aid.
| Cost Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Cost of Attendance (Sticker Price) | $58,204 |
| Tuition and Fees | $42,312 |
| Room and Board | $15,156 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$34,357 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $23,847 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $19,817 |
| $30–48k | $21,484 |
| $48–75k | $22,533 |
| $75–110k | $25,184 |
| $110k+ | $26,770 |
Mercer University's published cost of attendance is $58,204. Need-based financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $19,817, families in the lower-middle income band pay around $21,484, middle-income families pay about $22,533, families in the upper-middle income band pay approximately $25,184, and higher-income families pay around $26,770. Azimuth ranks Mercer University #894 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. Net prices by income band are medians within those bands; individual aid packages vary, so some families in each band pay more and some less than the figures shown. Mercer University meets demonstrated financial need for admitted students through a combination of need-based scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study. The institution participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional aid programs. Families apply for need-based aid using the FAFSA and CSS Profile. The aid structure prioritizes need-based support, and merit scholarships are available for qualifying students. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $24,199, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $20,000; private or institutional loans may add further borrowing that falls outside these federal-only figures — see the for how household context shapes PLUS decisions. For a graduate at Mercer University's median four-year earnings of $71,870, median federal debt of $24,199 projects to a monthly payment of about $273 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use .
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How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Graduates of Mercer University earn median 4-year earnings of $71,870, placing Mercer University in the 73.5 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $4,857 more than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Mercer University in the 75.6 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Mercer University #366 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern reflects Mercer University's concentration in health-related fields. Nursing is the largest program with 217 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $85,030, performing at 1.0x the national benchmark for the field. The Engineering program graduates 131 students with median 4-year earnings of $88,413, and Psychology, General delivers median 4-year earnings of $51,723 across 84 graduates. These health-sciences-anchored programs form the core of Mercer University's degree output and align with stable, in-demand career pathways that support the institution's strong long-term financial outcomes.
