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Gwynedd Mercy University

Gwynedd Valley, Pennsylvania 19437-0901

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Strong graduate outcomes — known for health sciences

Gwynedd Mercy University is a private institution in Gwynedd Valley with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1110, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A small campus of 1.1K undergraduates with a 9:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

58% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $67,145 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $27,141.

Established
1948
Motto
Veritas et Misericordia
Mascot
M.E.R.V
Type
Private university
Division
Division III

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94%Acceptance
1110SAT Avg
1,141Students
9:1Student:Faculty
58%Grad Rate
$67,145Earnings 10yr
$27,141Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Gwynedd Mercy University Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate93.6%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1110

Reading & WritingMid: 550
528590
MathMid: 545
520590

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

93.6%

Trend

SAT Avg

1110

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$38,310
Room & Board$14,142
Books & Supplies$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance$53,359
Average Net Price$27,141
Median Debt at Graduation$25,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$265

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$20,013
$30–48K$20,879
$48–75K$25,170
$75–110K$32,454
$110K+$30,701

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

36.8%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$23,256

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

8

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

2

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

2

Drug Arrests

2

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (45)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

78%

Negative
  • 78% first-year retention rate
  • Active student organizations
  • Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
1,141
Gender Split
74% / 26%
Women / Men
First Generation
44%
Pell Grant Recipients
30%

Race & Ethnicity

White 62%
Black 15%
Hispanic 9%
Asian 6%
Two+ 2%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate58.5%
Freshman Retention78.3%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$65,976
10 Years$67,145

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
3
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports

Lacrosse toBasketballBasketball capturedSoccerCrossTennis

History & Fun Facts

  • Frances Bond's wife Margaret died in 1910, a few years after the Gregorian Mansion was finished in 1906–1907.
  • The couple renamed the farm Treweryn, after the creek that flows through the property.
  • After the death of the Taylors, their daughters sold the mansion, outbuildings and additional land to the Sisters of Mercy in 1948.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

PHL Philadelphia PHL23 mi
TTN Trenton-Mercer23 mi
ABE Lehigh Valley33 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA263 mi · ~7h 36m drive
New York, NY74 mi · ~2h 8m drive
Hartford, CT172 mi · ~4h 58m drive
Providence, RI229 mi · ~6h 37m drive
Albany, NY186 mi · ~5h 22m drive
Syracuse, NY202 mi · ~5h 50m drive
Rochester, NY238 mi · ~6h 53m drive
Buffalo, NY264 mi · ~7h 38m drive
Philadelphia, PA17 mi · ~29 min drive
Pittsburgh, PA251 mi · ~7h 15m drive
Harrisburg, PA87 mi · ~2h 31m drive
Newark, NJ67 mi · ~1h 56m drive
Trenton, NJ26 mi · ~45 min drive
Southern (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Philadelphia PHL (PHL)23 miles
Rental car
35 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
46 min$28-46
Trenton-Mercer (TTN)23 miles
Rental car
35 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
46 min$28-46

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