Gwynedd Mercy University 2026-2027 University Catalog
• Completed application form
• Professional resume
• Two completed supervisory reference forms
• Writing prompt
• Self-introduction videotape
• A minimum score of 550( written), 213( computer), or 79( internet) on the TOEFL examination( non-US applications only). International applicants may not be able to secure all required background checks or sit for required licensure exams.
• A minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher. Candidates with a GPA lower than 3.0 are encouraged to apply and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
• Personal interviews may be required as needed.
Internal / External Transfers: Up to six credits from a related master’ s-level degree can be transferred. Transfer credit will be reviewed on an individual basis.
For Curriculum Sequence, see Program Handbook
Academic Standards / Grade Requirements: Students in the MSED program must maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average( GPA) of 3.0. Students may not earn more than two grades of C or C + and may not earn any grade below a C and remain in the program. Students may retake a maximum of 2 courses in which they earned a C or C +. Students may retake an individual course only one time. When possible, a student should follow the course sequence as listed.
PK – 4 Certification The courses listed below are considered core pedagogy courses for the PK – 4 Certification and require a final grade of B or better prior to student teaching:
EDU 506: Methods, Materials & Curriculum I EDU 507: Methods, Materials & Curriculum II EDU 511: Methods and Theories for Teaching Mathematics EDU 512: Methods for Teaching Reading and Assessment EDU 580: Multicultural & Diversity Issues in Education EDU 581: Foundations of Special Education in an Inclusionary Setting EDU 565: Student Teaching and Professional Seminar also requires a grade of B or better to be considered for Certification.
Secondary Certification: An audit of undergraduate transcripts will be conducted during the admissions process. If all secondary competencies have not been met and / or the student has not earned a C or better in the undergraduate content area, the student will be required to complete additional undergraduate coursework. Students whose audit indicates a need for additional coursework are responsible for tracking their progress, creating a folder with all related documents and following the procedure outlined below:
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