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Gwynedd Mercy University

Gwynedd Mercy University is a small, private institution located in Gwynedd Valley, pa. Founded in 1948, Gwynedd Mercy University offers undergraduate degrees in 45 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Private
athletics Division 3
undergraduates 1,217 undergraduates
cost $37,791 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Gwynedd Mercy University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 58.4%
SAT score average 1110
ACT score average 21
Average high school GPA 3.33
Application fee N/A
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Key deadlines

June
30
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20
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Gwynedd Mercy University is known for one of its top majors: Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. Their student-faculty ratio is 8:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
8 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Health and Medical Professions
Education and Teaching
Business and Management
Law and Legal Studies
Social Sciences and Psychology
Arts, Design, and Humanities
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies

Popular majors

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Educational Administration and Supervision
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $37,791
Additional expenses
Room & board $13,056
Books & supplies $1,500
Other expenses $4,132
Cost of attendance* $56,479
Average financial aid package $25,470
Estimated cost $31,009 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $37,791
Additional expenses
Room & board $13,056
Books & supplies $1,500
Other expenses $4,132
Cost of attendance* $56,479
Average financial aid package $25,470
Estimated cost $31,009 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average of annual expenses including tuition, books, room, board, and other estimated living expenses.

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? Gwynedd Mercy University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,217, with gender binary students split 25% male and 75% female.

Total enrollment

2,165

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
37%
African American %
9%
Hispanic American %
5%
Asian %
4%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
1%
Unknown %
44%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Gwynedd Mercy University, students love their Voices of Gwynedd. Student athletes compete in Division 3 sports.

Campus info

map 1325 Sumneytown Pike, Gwynedd Valley, PA 19437-0901
phone 215-646-7300
address https://www.gmercyu.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Voices of gwynedd

Athletic association

Student government

Program board

Peer mentors

clubs
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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 3
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Gwynedd Mercy University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Gwynedd Mercy University?

Gwynedd Mercy University is located in Gwynedd Valley, pa.

What is the acceptance rate at Gwynedd Mercy University? 

The acceptance rate for Gwynedd Mercy University is 58%.

What’s the average GPA for Gwynedd Mercy University?

The average high school GPA for Gwynedd Mercy University students was 3.33.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Gwynedd Mercy University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Gwynedd Mercy University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $225,916.

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