Gwynedd Mercy University 2026-2027 University Catalog
For Major Requirements, see Program Handbook and Curriculum Sheets
Academic Criteria for Admission, Progression and Retention Program Admissions Requirements and Procedures:
• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
• Official transcripts from every college or university attended
• 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.
• Applicants aspiring to pursue the PK – 12 Special Education Certification Only must currently hold a state teaching certification.
Internal / External Transfers: Up to 6 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 Master of Science in Special Education 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.
The courses listed below are considered core pedagogy courses for the Special Education Program and require a final grade of B or better prior to student teaching.
SPE 520: Methods, Materials, and Curriculum SPE 562: Special Education Law and Ethics SPE 563: Current Issues in Special Education EDU 581: Foundations of Special Education in an Inclusionary Setting SPE 560: Diagnosis, Assessment, Prescriptive & Intervention Techniques SPE 561: Learning Methods & Materials for the Special Learner SPE 564: Behavior Management Skills for the Special Learner SPE 565: Student Teaching and Professional Seminar also requires a grade of B or better to be considered for Certification.
Professional Disposition and Conduct: For all students in a certification program, a professional disposition assessment is required to be submitted twice during the program: prior to and during
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