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Gwynedd Mercy University

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About Gwynedd Mercy University

Gwynedd Mercy University is an accredited, private, not-for-profit Catholic university located on 160 acres of land in Lower Gwynedd Township, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1948, the university started out as a women’s junior college. It remains committed to liberal arts, and a tradition of service to humanity though it has evolved as an institution. Originally named Gwynedd-Mercy College, the GMercyU is today a co-ed university with a wide spectrum of graduate programs in areas such as business, nursing and education. The university also confers degrees at the masters and doctoral levels as well as post-graduate certificates.
institution type
Type of Institution
4 yr
Private not-for-profit
institution tuition
Tuition Range
$0-$15K
student to faculty ratio
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
10:1
financial aid percent
Financial Aid Percent
73%
graduate rate
Graduation Rate
54%
accreditation status
Accreditation Status
Accredited

Tuition

Range shown below is based on In-state tuition and does not include any external costs such as housing, books, etc.

Estimate Tuition Range
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$$$$.................................. $15,001 - $25,000
$$$$.................................. $25,001 - $35,000
$$$$.................................. $35,001 or above

Financial Aid Percent

Includes students receiving Federal work study aid as well as aid from pell grants,federal grants, scholarships, and other sources of financial aid.

Why Consider Gwynedd Mercy University?

Just 30 minutes from the city of Philadelphia, Gwynedd Mercy University has two satellite campus locations for adult students enrolled in graduate and professional studies programs. These are in Center City Philadelphia and Bensalem. Students could also obtain a Gwynedd Mercy education online in an accelerated format.

Join a Close-knit Community and Be Close to Vibrant Philly

Those who opt to study on the main campus in the beautiful Gwynedd Valley, could enjoy the privacy and close-knit community of the college campus as well as the access to nearby amenities – there’s a free shuttle too.

Close to campus, there are many places to eat, shop, run errands or have some fun. Plus, you could hop on a commuter rail train to Center City and get in some culture at the Art Museums, dine, go to a play – many possibilities to explore in the City of Brotherly Love!

Gwynedd Mercy Rankings

Gwynedd Mercy’s Nursing Graduate School offers a Masters in Nursing program that ranked #160 (tie) per U.S. News and World Report 2018.

Student Support Services at Gwynedd Mercy University

Students and alumni of Gwynedd Mercy University could tap into numerous support services. See some highlights below.

  • The GMercyU Career Development Center offers individual appointments, virtual resources and workshops that might help with things like job search skills and interview techniques
  • A Health and Wellness Center offers a range of free services and there are local health resources
  • Keiss Library for research

Military Friendly School

Gwynedd Mercy University is a member of Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges and has a recognized student veteran organization. It participates in all VA educational benefits programs and offers credit for military training, scholarships and tuition benefits to eligible students.

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Mission, Vision and Values

Gwynedd Mercy University is rooted in the tradition of the Sisters of Mercy. Core values include integrity, respect, service to society, and social justice in a diverse world.

Admissions

GMercyU is on a rolling admissions calendar, and the first step for applicants to Gwynedd Mercy graduate business, education and nursing programs is to complete an online application. For students interested in the MBA program at the Main Campus in Gwynedd Valley, there is a separate form.

Applicants should also note that there may be program specific admissions requirements. For instance, to apply into any of GMercyU’s MBA programs, students must meet the following conditions.

  • Have a completed bachelors degree from a regionally accredited university or college with a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Provide two supervisory letters of reference
  • Furnish proof of English language proficiency (foreign students)
  • Take prerequisite courses if undergraduate major was not in accounting, economics, business or a related field

Enrollment, Attendance, Retention Rates and Graduation

Gwynedd Mercy University has a total graduate enrollment of 806
Graduate attendance rate of 6% part-time and 94% full-time
For the years 2018-2019 Gwynedd Mercy University awarded: 28 associates, 551 bachelor's degrees, 191 master's degrees, 2 doctor's degrees - professional practice, 37 doctor's degrees - research/scholarship

Financial Aid

Federal financial aid may be available to eligible candidates. Applicants are encouraged to direct queries to the Admissions Office or Financial Aid Office.

Accreditation

Gwynedd Mercy University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an agency that accredits institutions and is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Several individual programs are also accredited by professional agencies.

  • Nursing Graduate Programs (MSN, Online DNP): Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT): In candidacy status with the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE)

Campus Locations

  • Gwynedd - Mercy University: Online
  • Gwynedd Valley PA 19437 1325 Sumneytown Pike
    Gwynedd - Mercy University: Gwynedd Valley, PA
    1325 Sumneytown Pike, Gwynedd Valley, PA, 19437
  • East Norriton PA 19401 480 E. Germantown Pike
    Gwynedd - Mercy University: East Norriton, PA
    480 E. Germantown Pike, East Norriton, PA, 19401

Head to Gwynedd Mercy to prepare yourself professionally and academically through one of their graduate programs.

Earn an MBA at GMercy U

Do you want to earn an MBA the old-school way (face-to-face) but you don’t want to interrupt your ongoing career? Gwynedd Mercy University offers an “on-ground” MBA degree program on the Main Campus and it is just two nights per week. Class size is small and based on a cohort model which means students could form relationships with peers as they collaborate of group projects.

A 30-credit program, the GMercyU MBA includes a focus on ethics and strategic thinking to help students develop an advanced business mindset and the skills to ready oneself for professional challenges. Students could also learn how to communicate persuasively and solve workplace problems through appropriate business decisions. Plus, there is a choice of three concentrations so one could tailor studies to interests and goals.

  • Health Care Administration
  • Strategic Management and Leadership
  • Sustainability Management

Prepare for Advanced Nursing at Gwynedd Mercy

Gwynedd Mercy University offers a variety of Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Programs. One example is their MSN – Clinical Nurse Specialist (MSN-CNS) Adult Gerontology program. This program aims to expand professional nursing skills specific to adults and older patients. Graduates may be prepared to provide advanced treatment to patients in acute, rehabilitative and ambulatory care, lead other nurses, and train the next generation of nurses. Students could also gain experience in scientific research and professional writing.

A 43-credit program, the MSN-CNS is designed as a two-year program. After graduation, students may be prepared to sit for the American Nurses Credentialing Center Clinical Nurse Specialist Exam and subsequently, to qualify as a CNS. The MSN-CNS could also serve as the academic platform for graduates to pursue a doctoral degree in nursing, such as the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) which Gwynedd Mercy also offers.

Study OT at Gwynedd

Understand how to treat patients that are injured, disabled, or ill through Gwynedd Mercy’s Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) program. Built as a 2 ½ year graduate program, the MSOT is housed within the Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy. It is based on 77 credits and includes 5 academic and 2 fieldwork terms.

This entry-level occupational therapy masters degree program has applied for accreditation and has been granted Candidacy Status by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA). Students could check with the school for a projected timeline vis a vis accreditation.

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