Gwynedd Mercy University 2026-2027 University Catalog
master’ s degree must not exceed 5 years beyond the application date for consideration. Transfer credit consideration is on a case-by-case basis.
For Curriculum Sequence, see Program Handbook
Satisfactory Academic Progress: Once enrolled, students are expected to be enrolled continuously thereafter until degree completion. To remain in academic good standing, graduate students must achieve a term GPA of at least 3.0 for each term and maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 for all work completed at Gwynedd Mercy University. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 is required in order to graduate.
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 or Vice President for Academic Affairs, or a designate, in writing for an extension. It is recommended students complete no less than six credits each year from initial enrollment.
Academic Standards / Grade Requirements: Students in the MSEA 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 not receive a numerical grade lower than a B in any one Practicum. Students may retake an individual course only one time. When possible, a student should follow the course sequence as listed.
Academic Progress, Probation and Program Dismissals: Academic Probation A student whose GPA falls below a 3.0 will be placed on academic probation and must improve their GPA to a 3.0 or higher within the next six credits attempted.
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.
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. If a student is absent and has not submitted coursework for any 2 consecutive class session weeks, then the student will be administratively withdrawn for the student’ s current course and earn a grade of“ WA”. Additionally, the student will be dropped from future courses and administratively withdrawn from the program unless attending a concurrent course.
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