The college is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, and is authorized by the State of New Jersey's Commission on Higher Education to award associate degrees. Many of the college's academic programs are also accredited by national professional associations and their boards of certification. Approximately 11,000 students enroll in one or more credit courses each year. Mercer County residents comprise three-fourths of the student population. More than half of Mercer's graduates transfer to senior colleges or universities.
Students can transfer through dual admissions agreements with colleges in the area.
Courses are available all year through flexible scheduling on two campuses during the day, evening and weekend, and through distance learning on The Virtual Campus . Students receive academic advisement from faculty advisors in their program of study and through the Advisement Center . Students also receive academic assistance through the learning centers. Students can seek employment in their fields through the Career Services and Placement Office and NJ Employment Service on site. An annual community-based literary magazine, Kelsey Review .