Gwynedd Mercy University 2026-2027 University Catalog
A student who earns a grade of C or C + will receive a notice of academic warning from the Dean.
Academic Dismissal A student who is placed on academic probation and fails to resolve the issue as outlined above will be dismissed from the program. A student who earns a C or C + in more than two courses, or who earns below a C in any course, will be dismissed from the program.
Students who are dismissed may apply for readmission one year after the date of dismissal. Acceptance for readmission is not guaranteed.
Time to Completion: The maximum time allotted for completion of all graduate degree programs is six years. In extraordinary circumstances, students may petition the Dean in writing for an extension. It is recommended students complete no less than six credits each year from initial enrollment.
Attendance Policies( including Practicum Attendance Policies): Online students are present for the week if they post to a discussion forum or submit any assignments or other deliverables during the instructional week( Monday – Sunday). Failure to actively engage in the course by posting to discussion forums or submitting assignments will result in an official absence.
Experiential Learning / Practicum Experience: Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from off-campus experiential practicum learning opportunities
Non-Academic Criteria for Admission, Progression and Retention
Professional Disposition and Conduct: A Professional Disposition Statement is required to be submitted along with the Application for Practicum prior to enrolling in the Practicum.
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION: K12 PRINCIPAL CERTIFICATION Program Accreditation: Gwynedd Mercy University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The Program is recognized and approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education Degree: Master of Science; Certification Only Program Modality: Online Academic Program Director: Jaimie Bowen
Program Standards: The Master of Science in Educational Administration also meets the following Standard requirements: PSEL, NELP, and PIL Standards
• Professional Standards for Educational Leaders( PSEL)
• National Educational Leadership Preparation( NELP) Standards
• Pennsylvania Inspired Leadership( PIL) standards
Preparation for Professional Licensure / Certification: This program is designed to meet Principal Certification Requirements for the State of Pennsylvania. The Pennsylvania Department of Education requires:
• A minimum of 3 years of academic instructional experience 168