Gwynedd Mercy University 2025-2026 University Catalog 21
Occupational Science must submit an internal change of major application to the Program Director between April 1 and May 1 st.
Students switching between term and online programs must contact the Office of Financial Aid to discuss the financial impact on this decision prior to submitting a Change of Major / Minor form.
Graduate students interested in changing degree programs should consult their advisor to determine if they need to apply for admission into the new program.
Academic Progress( All Programs)
GMercyU is dedicated to the academic progress of every student. To be considered in“ good academic standing” the following criteria must be met:
• Students whose total credits( transferred and earned) are 30 or fewer must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 1.80.
• Students whose total credits( transferred and earned) are greater than 30 must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00.
• Students should refer to individual College academic progress policies for any additional academic requirements.
• The computation of the cumulative GPA does not include challenge examinations, CLEP, Prior Learning Experience( PLA), developmental courses, or transfer credits. Only credits earned at GMercyU are included in the computation of the cumulative GPA.
Academic Progress for Graduate Students Once enrolled, students are expected to be enrolled continuously thereafter until degree completion. To remain in good academic standing, graduate students must maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 for all work completed at GMercyU. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 is required in order to graduate. Information on warning, probation and dismissal policies is specified in the academic program sections of the catalog.
Time to Completion for Graduate Students The maximum time allotted for completion for each graduate program is specified in the academic program sections of the catalog. In extraordinary circumstances, students may petition the Dean or Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, or a designate, in writing for an extension.
Graduate Student Transfer Credits Graduate credits, typically not to exceed six, taken at other accredited institutions prior to matriculation, may be applied toward the master’ s degree. The credits must have been taken within five years of admission, and a grade of“ B” or better must have been earned. The official transcript for transfer of credit must be on file prior to acceptance of credits for transfer. These credits are evaluated by either the Program Director or the College Dean.
Academic Probation and Dismissal
Undergraduate Students A full-time or part-time matriculated undergraduate student whose cumulative grade point average falls below the required minimum( see description under“ Academic Progress”) during any semester will be placed on University academic probation for the next semester. Students will be notified in writing if