Mental & Social Health Services at Mercer University
If you plan to study Mental & Social Health Services, take a look at what Mercer University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Mercer University is located in Macon, GA.
During the most recent reporting year, 113 mental & social health services degrees were granted at Mercer University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Mercer University
Many students take online classes at Mercer University. Of 9,196 students, 2,029 (22%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,218 (13%) took at least some classes online.
Mental & Social Health Services Rankings at Mercer University
Use these rankings to compare Mercer University’s Mental & Social Health Services program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #2 of 6 |
| Best Value | Georgia | #4 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #26 of 110 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #90 of 116 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #226 of 530 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #376 of 514 |
Earnings for Mental & Social Health Services Graduates from Mercer University
Students who complete Mercer University’s Mental & Social Health Services program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $34,419 |
| 2 years | $35,060 |
| 3 years | $37,375 |
| 4 years | $40,283 |
| 5 years | $49,960 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Mental & Social Health Services graduates from Mercer University report median earnings of $40,283, compared with $71,060 for all Mercer University graduates — about 43% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Mental & Social Health Services graduates at Mercer University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Mental & Social Health Services graduates at Mercer University are 92% women (104) and 8% men (9).
Mental & Social Health Services Master’s Program at Mercer University
Among the 106 master’s mental & social health services graduates at Mercer University, 92% were women (98) and 8% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mental & Social Health Services master’s degree recipients at Mercer University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 50 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 36 |
| Asian | 6 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 6 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Minority students account for 49% of Mental & Social Health Services master’s degree recipients at Mercer University, higher than the national average of 37%.*
Mental & Social Health Services Doctoral Program at Mercer University
Among the 7 doctoral mental & social health services graduates at Mercer University, 86% were women (6) and 14% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mental & Social Health Services doctoral degree recipients at Mercer University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
Minority students account for 43% of Mental & Social Health Services doctoral degree recipients at Mercer University, lower than the national average of 44%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Mental & Social Health Services Concentrations at Mercer University
The Mental & Social Health Services program at Mercer University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Marriage & Family Therapy/Counseling | 42 |
| Mental Health Counseling | 64 |
| Other Mental Health Services | 7 |
Top-Paying Careers for Mental & Social Health Services Graduates
Those who complete Mental & Social Health Services program at Mercer University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Mental & Social Health Services majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,479 |
| Counselors, All Other | $81,766 |
| Health Education Specialists | $81,726 |
| Healthcare Social Workers | $78,044 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $74,325 |
| Community Health Workers | $73,901 |
| Mental Health Counselors | $72,983 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $68,140 |
| Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary | $65,510 |
| Directors, Religious Activities and Education | $64,599 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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