Gwynedd Mercy University 2026-2027 University Catalog
student up for confidently and competently entering student teaching in their final semester.
Students must have up-to-date clearances to enter their TAP classroom each semester. They must have: TB test result; ACT24 Arrest / Conviction Report; Child Abuse Report; PA Criminal History Record Report; and FBI Fingerprint Result. Students receive information as to how to obtain these clearances from the Field Work Supervisor.
For Major Requirements, see Program Handbook and Curriculum Sheets. Academic Criteria for Admission, Progression and Retention
Academic Requirements for Certification Programs: By the 45 – 60 credit mark:
• The student must have a minimum GPA of 3.0
• The student must have completed at least six semester credits in college level mathematics and at least three semester credits in college level composition and three credits in English.
• Secondary education students must apply to the discipline program, as well as the College of Arts, Sciences, and Professional Studies( certification) at the 48-creditmark.
If students reach the 48 – 60 credit mark and have not achieved all of the above requirements, they cannot continue in the Professional Core coursework toward PA Certification. Students will then remain in the Education Studies program or explore a new major if they choose to do so.
Initial Acceptance: All education students entering the University will follow the curriculum for the Bachelor of Education Studies. Students desiring Pennsylvania Teacher Certification must meet the aforementioned criteria by the 48 – 60 credit mark. Students who successfully meet this requirement will be admitted to a certification program of their choice.
NOTE: Transfer students will work with their respective advisors to evaluate coursework completed at other colleges / universities.
Internal / External Transfers: Students transferring to Gwynedd Mercy University will have all previous coursework completed at regionally accredited institutions evaluated for transfer and will be expected to complete all remaining program requirements at Gwynedd Mercy University.
Prior to February 1st of the pre-student teaching / student teaching semester, a student is required to file an application for pre-student and student teaching which occurs in the senior year. Final acceptance into the student teaching program is decided by the Teacher Education Committee and the Dean.
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