Merced University

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Merced University
File:Seal of Merced University.svg
Latin: Universitas Mercediana
MottoScientia et Veritas
Motto in English
Knowledge and Truth
TypeImperial (1684-1751)
Private school (1751-present)
Established16 Aug 1684
Academic affiliation
  • ACU
  • URA
  • NAICU
Endowment$18.61 billion
PresidentMichel Fontana
ProvostAlexander Miguel Barrueco
Academic staff
4,280
Students46,215
Undergraduates22,114
Postgraduates24,101
Location, ,
Cartadania
CampusUrban
299 acres (121 ha)
ColorsMerced Blue, Columbia Blue, silver, and white
Sporting affiliations
ICSA Division IHolly Society
MascotLeo the Lion
WebsiteMerced Official Website

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.

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