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About Gwynedd Mercy University

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Gwynedd Mercy University is a private university in Gwynedd Valley, PA, known for its catholic mercy heritage, health sciences focus, and small class sizes. With an acceptance rate of 58%, Gwynedd Mercy University is moderately selective, typically enrolling around 152 students each year. Gwynedd Mercy University is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1043–1170, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Gwynedd Mercy University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $23,411 per year; the sticker price of $55,177 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Gwynedd Mercy University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

moderately selective

58%
Overall Accept Rate
3.25
Typical Admitted GPA
1107
Median Admitted SAT
GPATypical admitted range: 2.50 – 3.50 unweighted

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SATSubmitted score range: 1043 – 1170 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Gwynedd Mercy University

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Application Strategy
Gwynedd Mercy is especially strong in nursing, health sciences, and education, so if you are applying to one of those programs, mention specific faculty, clinical partnerships, or facilities like the simulation labs in your application materials to show you have done your homework.
Essay Strategy
Gwynedd Mercy was founded by the Sisters of Mercy and still centers its identity around service and care for others, so weave a concrete example of community service or helping others into your application to connect with what this school genuinely values.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Gwynedd Mercy University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$55k/yr$22.0k
30k-48k~$55k/yr$20.6k
48k-75k~$55k/yr$22.3k
75k-110k~$55k/yr$28.0k
110k+~$55k/yr$32.5k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

59%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$66k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1,458
Undergrad Enrollment
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