Mercer University Football
Mercer University (MU) · Macon, Georgia · Private nonprofit university
Mercer University Football coaches
Coaches at Mercer University who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.
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The program
Where Mercer University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Southern Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- mercerbears.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 11 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 70% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Mercer University in Macon.
- Location
- Macon, Georgia
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- mercer.edu
About Mercer University Football
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Joel Taylor, the Head Coach, leads the Mercer University Football staff of 26 coaches, verified September 2026. Mercer University (MU) competes in NCAA Division I Football as a member of the Southern Conference. Mercer University is a private school in Macon, Georgia with 9,196 undergraduates, a 69% acceptance rate.
How to get recruited by Mercer University Football
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Joel Taylor, the Head Coach and Sumner Ellis, the Associate Head Coach - Defensive Line. Mercer University has 26 coaches for Football, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, 40-yard dash and key stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
- Send your videoInclude a Hudl highlight video with your best plays first, with the link near the top so Joel can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Mercer University typically score 1160–1350 on the SAT and 25–31 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Mercer University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Mercer University Football FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Mercer University D1?
Yes. Mercer University competes in NCAA Division I Football, in the Southern Conference.
Is Mercer University public or private?
Mercer University is a private nonprofit school in Macon, Georgia.
What conference is Mercer University Football in?
The Southern Conference.
Does Mercer University offer athletic scholarships for Football?
Mercer University competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Mercer University Football have?
26 coaches, led by Joel Taylor, the Head Coach.
How much does Mercer University cost?
In-state tuition is $31,265 and out-of-state tuition is $31,265 a year.
What is the Mercer University acceptance rate?
69% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Mercer University?
Admitted students typically score 1160–1350 on the SAT and 25–31 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Mercer University Football coaches?
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Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.