Attending Mercer University is one of the best decisions you can ever make. The environment is nice, friendly and there are many fun things to do around campus. The price is really expensive but it is not unexpected considering it is a private university.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
If you want to have the best possible experience at Mercer you can not be afraid to step out of your comfort zone. You will probably here people continuously say that as you progress through your freshmen year and though it may be annoying to at first, the idea will continue to hold true. Also, stay on top of your academics, it can be easy to get rapped up in the fun and freedom of college but remember why you came there in the first place.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
It is sometimes believed that just because you got good grades in high school that it will automatically translate into good grades for college; but you have to realize that this is not always the case. Pertaining to Mercer, if you do not study hard first then play hard you will find yourself on the wrong side of the 4.0 GPA scale. The good news is that there are plenty of opportunities to get help if you need it and teachers are more than willing to help you understand the material if something is unclear.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
When talking about dorm life there are no better RA's than at Mercer. This being said, the freshmen dorms are not the best thing in the world. Do not fret though because things do get better as you progress in years. It is also mandatory for freshmen-juniors to live on campus, which can be worked around depending on circumstances, but is not such a bad thing considering the amenities on campus.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
The one word that will ring true for cafeterias around the college world is, buffet style dining. There are many choices for different people and that can be a good thing when dealing with kids who all they've known all their life is whatever mom cooks, I'll eat. It is also not as good as mom's home cooking but what chef can compete with mom's homemade insert food here.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
There are many things to do for fun around campus and the surrounding Macon area. The student led activities committee for Mercer makes sure there is plenty of things to do for Mercer students ranging from time with friends during Midnight Movie, to the rocking good time of Bear Stock. There are also plenty of things to do downtown if that is more of your scene.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
It is a little expensive to say the least but there are plenty of things to do at Mercer to make sure you have the best time possible. Not to mention the fact that many graduate schools and professional schools recognize the rigorous course load that Mercer puts on its students. Mercer also offers free admission to all athletic games held on campus as well as an initial scholarship, based on a combination of high school GPA and SAT scores.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Mercer is a great university for those students looking for a challenging academic work load and small classroom sizes.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
The clubs at Mercer are abound and well worth looking into for any perspective member. Clubs range from liberal arts, religious, sports, and career based. There is just about any club you can possibly have an interest in and if they do not have it, you can make your own.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
Campus Safety is a big concern on campus and no one takes their job more seriously than the Mercer Police force, known on campus as MerPo. MerPo has their own police station located on campus, and can be seen patrolling the campus in their cars, bike, cart and on foot. Mercer Police work 24/7 to make sure students and faculty are safe and protected.
Attending Mercer University is one of the best decisions you can ever make. The environment is nice, friendly and there are many fun things to do around campus. The price is really expensive but it is not unexpected considering it is a private university.
If you want to have the best possible experience at Mercer you can not be afraid to step out of your comfort zone. You will probably here people continuously say that as you progress through your freshmen year and though it may be annoying to at first, the idea will continue to hold true. Also, stay on top of your academics, it can be easy to get rapped up in the fun and freedom of college but remember why you came there in the first place.
It is sometimes believed that just because you got good grades in high school that it will automatically translate into good grades for college; but you have to realize that this is not always the case. Pertaining to Mercer, if you do not study hard first then play hard you will find yourself on the wrong side of the 4.0 GPA scale. The good news is that there are plenty of opportunities to get help if you need it and teachers are more than willing to help you understand the material if something is unclear.
When talking about dorm life there are no better RA's than at Mercer. This being said, the freshmen dorms are not the best thing in the world. Do not fret though because things do get better as you progress in years. It is also mandatory for freshmen-juniors to live on campus, which can be worked around depending on circumstances, but is not such a bad thing considering the amenities on campus.
The one word that will ring true for cafeterias around the college world is, buffet style dining. There are many choices for different people and that can be a good thing when dealing with kids who all they've known all their life is whatever mom cooks, I'll eat. It is also not as good as mom's home cooking but what chef can compete with mom's homemade insert food here.
There are many things to do for fun around campus and the surrounding Macon area. The student led activities committee for Mercer makes sure there is plenty of things to do for Mercer students ranging from time with friends during Midnight Movie, to the rocking good time of Bear Stock. There are also plenty of things to do downtown if that is more of your scene.
It is a little expensive to say the least but there are plenty of things to do at Mercer to make sure you have the best time possible. Not to mention the fact that many graduate schools and professional schools recognize the rigorous course load that Mercer puts on its students. Mercer also offers free admission to all athletic games held on campus as well as an initial scholarship, based on a combination of high school GPA and SAT scores.
Mercer is a great university for those students looking for a challenging academic work load and small classroom sizes.
The clubs at Mercer are abound and well worth looking into for any perspective member. Clubs range from liberal arts, religious, sports, and career based. There is just about any club you can possibly have an interest in and if they do not have it, you can make your own.
Campus Safety is a big concern on campus and no one takes their job more seriously than the Mercer Police force, known on campus as MerPo. MerPo has their own police station located on campus, and can be seen patrolling the campus in their cars, bike, cart and on foot. Mercer Police work 24/7 to make sure students and faculty are safe and protected.