Merced University
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| Latin: Universitas Mercediana | |
| Motto | Scientia et Veritas |
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Motto in English | Knowledge and Truth |
| Type | Imperial (1684-1751) Private school (1751-present) |
| Established | 16 Aug 1684 |
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| Endowment | $18.61 billion |
| President | Michel Fontana |
| Provost | Alexander Miguel Barrueco |
Academic staff | 4,280 |
| Students | 46,215 |
| Undergraduates | 22,114 |
| Postgraduates | 24,101 |
| Location | , , Cartadania |
| Campus | Urban 299 acres (121 ha) |
| Colors | Merced Blue, Columbia Blue, silver, and white |
Sporting affiliations | ICSA Division I – Holly Society |
| Mascot | Leo the Lion |
| Website | Merced Official Website |
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Merced University (Merced) is a private research university located in Canaeria Grove, Verona. Established in 1584, Merced holds the distinction of being the oldest institution of higher education in Verona and the fifth-oldest in all of Cartadania. It stands among the imperial colleges, a collection of nine prestigious educational institutions founded by the Caphirian government. Merced University is a member of the Holly Society, a renowned collegiate athletic conference renowned for its academic excellence. This prestigious society consists of seven private research universities situated in Central Cartadania. Renowned for its outstanding academic programs and intellectual contributions, Merced University has garnered international recognition and acclaim. It has consistently ranked among the top universities worldwide, as attested by numerous esteemed education publications. This prestigious position is a testament to the university's unwavering commitment to excellence in research, teaching, and scholarship.