Gwynedd Mercy University

School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More

Gwynedd Valley, PA

$36,027

Avg tuition

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About Gwynedd Mercy University

School Type: Private

Status: Non-profit

Accreditation: Regional

Religious Affiliation: Catholic, Roman Catholic  While the student experience is largely unaffected at most schools with religious affiliations, some schools place more of an emphasis on religion. Learn how religious affiliations may impact students' experience.

Military Friendly: YesMilitary-friendly schools are Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges, offer the Yellow Ribbon Program, and have a dedicated point of contact to support veterans, military service members, and their families. Explore our college guide for service members and veterans to learn more.

Gwynedd Mercy University is a small private university located on a suburban campus in Gwynedd Valley, Pennsylvania. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,990, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 88%. The university offers 24 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 57%, and a student-faculty ratio of 11:1. Tuition and fees for students are $36,027.

Admissions Breakdown

Acceptance Rate Insight

This school has a high acceptance rate.

This school accepts students at a higher rate than other schools. High acceptance schools welcome 51-100% of all applicants.

88% of students were accepted during the 2020-2021 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.

Retention Rate Insight

78% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2019 and returned in Fall 2020.

Graduation Rate Insight

57% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2014. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.

Application Considerations

Test scores Considered (not required)

High school transcript Required

High school rank Recommended

Letter of recommendation Recommended

High school GPA Required

Open admission No

Completion of college prep program Required

Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) Required

Transfer Credit Policy

Dual enrollment Yes

Credit for qualified life experience* Yes

Advance placement (AP) credits Yes

*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.

SAT & ACT

ACT 25th-75th Percentile 18-21

SAT 25th-75th Percentile 950-1140

Learning Environment

Student Body Stats

This school has a student body of fewer than 5,000 students.

Learn more about how we determine school awards

3k

Students enrolled

90%

Online student enrollment

11:1

Student to faculty ratio

Ways Students Can Learn

Online Check Bold
On-campus Check Bold
Hybrid The program is a combination of on-campus and online learning and varies per program. Check Bold

Demographics

White

58%

Unknown

17%

Black

16%

Asian

4%

Hispanic

3%

Two or more races

2%

Non-U.S. Citizen

0%

American Indian/Alaska Native

0%

Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander

0%

Female student population

74%

Socio-economic diversity

42% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

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Online Programs

Offers Online Programs

Yes

Online Programs

21

Total Online Enrollment

2,460

Student Location Breakout

Percent of Programs Online

56% On-campus

44% Online

Types of Online Programs Offered

Certificates X Bold Not offered

Associate Check Bold 25% online

Bachelor's Check Bold 13% online

Graduate Certificate Check Bold 100% online

Master's Check Bold 79% online

Doctorate Check Bold 100% online

Student Charges

Tuition and Required Fees

Student Level In-state Out-of-state
Undergraduate $36,027 $36,027
Graduate $13,967 $13,967

Cost of Undergraduate Attendance

Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2020–2021 academic year.

Costs to Consider Price
Books and supplies $1,300
On-campus room and board $13,040
On-campus other expenses $2,950
Off-campus (not with family) room and board $7,250
Off-campus (not with family) other expenses $6,693
Off-campus (with family) other expenses $5,692

Total Undergraduate Cost

Total cost by category In-state Out-of-state
On-campus $53,317 $53,317
Off-campus without family $51,270 $51,270
Off-campus with family $43,019 $43,019

Financial Breakdown

Students Receiving Aid

Federal Grant Aid

94%

State Grant Aid

50%

Institution Grant Aid

100%

Pell Grant

42%

Average Aid Awarded

Federal Grant Aid $2,544
State Grant Aid $3,344
Institution Grant Aid $18,588
Pell Grant Aid $4,536

Financial Outlook

$25k

Average student debt after graduation

$48k

Average salary 6 years after starting school

Varsity Athletic Teams

NCAA Division III without football

of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.

Participation

Men Women
  • Basketball
  • Field Hockey
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Track Field Outdoor
  • Volleyball
  • Baseball
  • Basketball

Degrees Awarded by Program

Degrees given for the 2020-2021 academic year.

1

Biological And Biomedical Sciences

BA

MA

DOC

2

Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services

BA

MA

DOC

3

Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs

BA

MA

DOC

4

Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services

BA

MA

DOC

5

Education

BA

MA

DOC

6

English Language And Literature/Letters

BA

MA

DOC

7

Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences

BA

MA

DOC

8

History

BA

MA

DOC

9

Mathematics And Statistics

BA

MA

DOC

10

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies

BA

MA

DOC

11

Philosophy And Religious Studies

BA

MA

DOC

12

Psychology

BA

MA

DOC

13

Public Administration And Social Service Professions

BA

MA

DOC

14

Security And Protective Services

BA

MA

DOC

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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2020-2021]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.