Is Mercer University a good company to work for?

Mercer University has an overall rating of 4.0 out of 5, based on over 379 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has increased by 11% over the last 12 months. 75% of employees would recommend working at Mercer University to a friend and 50% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Mercer University have been left by employees working as Student Worker , Research Assistant and Assistant Professor .

Does Mercer University pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Mercer University employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.3 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Mercer University. This rating has improved by 9% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Mercer University?

75% of Mercer University employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Mercer University 3.8 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.9 for culture and values and 3.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Mercer University?

Assistant Professor (16) , Admissions Counselor (11) , Research Assistant (11) , Student Worker (11) , Associate Director (7) , Administrative Assistant (6) , Analyst (6) , Graduate Assistant (6) , Assistant Director (4) , Graduate Student (4) , Project Manager (4) , Adjunct Faculty (3) , Adjunct Instructor (3) , Adjunct Professor (3) , Associate Professor (3)

What are the pros of working at Mercer University according to real employee reviews?

"Great people to work with in the Academic Resource Center!" ((in 18 reviews)); "Staff are friendly and helpful" ((in 11 reviews)); "There is a Good work environment." ((in 11 reviews)); "Flexible hours are a big plus for students" ((in 11 reviews)); "I work with great colleagues." ((in 9 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Mercer University according to real employee reviews?

"Overall, the poor management at Mercer significantly impeded both organizational and individual growth." ((in 10 reviews)); "The salary for faculty is low." ((in 7 reviews)); "Administrative leadership seems to have few resources to develop junior faculty in a meaningful way." ((in 6 reviews)); "Minimum wage is the biggest con for student workers" ((in 6 reviews))

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4.0

75% would recommend to a friend

(330 total reviews)

William D. Underwood

81% approve of CEO

50% positive business outlook

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3.9

Culture & values

3.9

Diversity & inclusion

3.8

Work/Life balance

3.6

Senior management

3.5

Career opportunities

3.3

Compensation and benefits

Mercer University has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 330 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Mercer University employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Education industry (3.7 stars).

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330 reviews

4.0

May 22, 2026

Decent place to work

Assistant professor

Recommend

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Business Outlook

Pros

Supportive colleagues, motivated students, low cost of living

Cons

Very little opportunity for salary increase, even with promotion through professorial ranks

3.0

Mar 26, 2026

Pay not that good

Student success coordinator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

It's a job, but managers do not encourage you. You are given menial tasks.

Cons

Coordinators in Enrollment try to control and compete with you rather than work as a team. If you shine, they will wine. Not much room for growth or advancement

5.0

Mar 26, 2026

Positive culture, collaborative environment, work-life balance generally good

Assistant professor

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

The organization has a positive and supportive culture, with colleagues who are collaborative, approachable, and genuinely enjoyable to work with. Team dynamics are a clear strength, and there is a strong sense of shared purpose. Compensation is competitive and generally aligns well with the expectations of the role.

Cons

At times, the workload can feel overwhelming, with periods of high demand that impact work-life balance. Additional support, clearer prioritization, or redistribution of responsibilities could help mitigate this.

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