Gwynedd Mercy University 2025-2026 University Catalog 145
• Earned a minimum grade point average( GPA) of a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
• Acceptable scores on the Graduate Record Examination( See below) o This requirement is waived for: a. Applicants whose GPA is above a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or b. Applicants who currently possess a graduate degree.
Acceptable GRE Scores: Gwynedd Mercy University requires a combined Verbal Reasoning and Quantitative Reasoning score of 292 or higher for admission of students into the Counseling Program with a GPA lower than a 3.0. Students taking the GRE must also complete the Analytical Writing test.
• Completion of the Gwynedd Mercy University Graduate Application & Fee
• Submission of two letters of recommendation from: a. An academic who can attest to the applicant’ s academic ability( preferred), and b. A professional or supervisor who can attest to the applicant’ s professional qualification, abilities, and temperament for the field.
• A personal statement( 3 – 5 pages maximum) that addresses the following: a. Discuss your career goals and how you believe Gwynedd Mercy’ s graduate counseling program and the specific concentration you are choosing will prepare you for your future path. b. Discuss what you believe it will take to be successful academically in an online graduate counseling program and why you believe you have the characteristics and ability to meet the challenge. c. Gwynedd Mercy ' s core values include integrity in word and deed, respect for the dignity of each person, service to society, and social justice in a diverse world. How do these values relate to the profession of counseling?
• Group interview with program faculty
Post-Graduate Programs 1. Completion of master ' s degree from an accredited institution of Higher Education 2. Submission of official transcripts from all academic institutions attended 3. A minimum cumulative Graduate grade point average( GPA) of a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale 4. Completion of the Gwynedd Mercy University Graduate Application and fee 5. Submission of two letters of recommendation a. An academic who can attest to the applicant’ s academic ability( preferred) and b. A professional or supervisor who can attest to the applicant’ s professional qualification, abilities, and temperament for the field 6. A personal statement( 3-5 pages maximum) that addresses the following: a. Discuss your career goals and how you believe Gwynedd Mercy’ s graduate counseling program and the specific concentration you are choosing will prepare you for your future path. b. Discuss what you believe it will take to be successful academically in an online graduate counseling program and why you believe you have the characteristics and ability to meet the challenge. c. Gwynedd Mercy ' s core values include integrity in word and deed, respect for the dignity of each person, service to society, and social justice in a diverse world. How do these values relate to the profession of counseling?