Student Services and Resources

Explore the variety of resources and information available to help guide you through your first year at Mercer! Reference these campus resources and the services provided by the Office for Student Success to aid in your transition to Mercer.

Academic and Career Resources

Academic and Advising Services

478.301.2078
academicservices@mercer.edu
The Office of Academic and Advising Services (AAS) promotes the educational success of students through a variety of support programs focused on academic advising, new student transition programs and curriculum, pre-health professions and pre-graduate programs, and recognition of academic excellence.

Academic Resource Center

478.301.2669
The Academic Resource Center (ARC) provides tutoring, supplemental instruction, and other programs to boost students' academic success. The ARC also conducts workshops throughout the year on a variety of study skills topics and houses an ergonomic computer lab.

Access and Accommodation

478.301.2778
The Office of Access and Accommodation seeks to foster a sense of empowerment in students with diverse medical conditions by educating them about the ADAAA and their responsibilities, encouraging them to engage in healthy behaviors, critical thinking and self-advocacy, and supporting them in being successful students.

Admissions

478.301.2650
admissions@mercer.edu
Mercer University Admissions handles all inquiries regarding undergraduate admissions, including admissions requirements, transfer/AP credit, and campus tours.

Bookstore

478.301.2945
Located in Mercer Village, the Mercer University bookstore stocks textbooks, apparel, gifts and accessories, and supplies and electronics for Mercer students. Reference the website for their textbook price matching program.

Center for Career and Professional Development

478.301.2863
The Center for Career and Professional Development (CCPD) prepares students to succeed in work and life by providing customized, innovative, and comprehensive career resources.

Mercer On Mission

478.301.2992
merceronmission@mercer.edu
Mercer On Mission combines study abroad and service-learning to provide life-changing experiences for students through academic instruction, cultural immersion, applied research, meaningful service, and spiritual reflection.

Orientation

478.301.4300
orientation@mercer.edu
New Student Programs offers new students and their families information on academic policies and procedures, campus resources, and services through a comprehensive orientation program designed to ease the transition from high school to college or from another institution to Mercer University.

Registrar

478.301.2680
registrar@mercer.edu
The Registrar's Office publishes the yearly University calendar of important dates, as well as the University catalog that outlines the academic responsibilities and policies for the six undergraduate colleges/schools to ensure degree completion. Additionally, the Registrar's Office publishes the semesterly course offerings, assists with enrollment and registration, and evaluates transfer, dual-enrollment, AP, IP, and CLEP transcripts to determine Mercer equivalencies.

Student Success

478.301.2655
studentsuccess@mercer.edu
The Office for Student Success assists students throughout their educational progression toward graduation by connecting them with the appropriate offices, departments, and resources. Student Success also tracks student progress and receives suggestions and feedback to improve the Mercer experience.

Student Life Resources

Auxiliary Services

478.301.2741
Auxiliary Services oversees laundry services, copy services, meal plans, and microfridges. The department also administers the campus mail services, Bear Card system, and campus bookstore.

Athletics

478.301.2994
The Athletics Department oversees Mercer University athletics as part of the NCAA and Southern Conference.

Campus Life

478.301.2868
campuslife@mercer.edu
Campus Life engages students, faculty, and staff with co-curricular activities. Campus Life also coordinates QuadWorks and Fraternity and Sorority Programs.

Dining Services

478.301.2925
Dining Services offers a variety of meal plan and menu options in dining centers and through other food venues, such as Chick-fil-A, Panda Express, Einstein Bros. Bagels, Which Wich, and coffee from Brewed Awakenings.

Fraternity and Sorority Programs

478.301.2868
fsp@mercer.edu
Fraternity and Sorority Programs includes the Interfraternity Council, National Pan-Hellenic Council, Panhellenic Council, and Multicultural Greek Council and focuses on enhancing the educational experience of all students through cultural, educational and social programming, leadership development, and volunteerism.

Information Technology Helpdesk

478.301.7000
helpdesk@mercer.edu
Mercer IT assists with wired/wireless network access, computer recommendations, problem evaluation, and email access.

Housing and Residence Life

478.301.2687
housing.macon@mercer.edu
Residence Life answers any questions regarding student accommodations and assignments, roommate selection, and special housing needs.

Religious Life

478.301.2992
Religious Life offers opportunities for worship, fellowship, and service to students of any denomination, as well as maintains a directory of worship centers in Macon to help students select a local church home.

Financial Resources

Bursar

478.301.1111
bursar@mercer.edu
The Office of the Bursar receives student tuition payments, answers questions regarding student accounts, and houses the Student Bank, where students can have checks cashed.

Financial Planning

478.301.2670
financialplanning@mercer.edu
The Office of Student Financial Planning assists students and their families through the process of selecting, applying for, and receiving financial aid.

Military Benefits

478.301.2683
Mercer University is dedicated to supporting the educational success of our servicemen and women, veterans, and their families as they utilize VA educational benefits to assist in their Mercer education.

Student Loans

478.301.2407
studentloanoffice@mercer.edu
The Student Loan Office produces, receives, and executes promissory notes, informs students of regulations and their obligations, and maintains and collects student loan accounts.

Health and Safety Resources

CORE Management Health Insurance

888.741.3521
studentplan@corehealthbenefits.com
CORE Management manages the Mercer student health insurance. Due to the continued need for all students to have adequate health care coverage, Mercer University requires students enrolled in 3+ hours to provide proof of health insurance coverage each semester.

Counseling and Psychological Services

478.301.4357
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) offers counseling to all enrolled Mercer students at no fee. CAPS assists students with the college transition, relationship management, stress management, drug and alcohol abuse, and other emotional and mental health challenges while in college.

Mercer Police

478.301.2970
mercerpolice@mercer.edu
Mercer Police enforces parking regulations, responds to emergencies, and maintains overall campus safety and security.



Student Health Center

478.301.2696
shcmacon@mercer.edu
The Student Health Center (SHC) provides health services for all Mercer students, regardless of insurance coverage. Services include treatment of acute illnesses and injuries, allergy injections, immunizations, women’s health, and health education.