Gwynedd Mercy University AY2022-2023 Graduate Academic Catalog
• A group interview with program faculty
Post-Graduate Programs 1 . Completion of master ' s degree from an accredited institution of Higher Education 2 . Submission of official transcripts from all academic institutions attended 3 . A minimum cumulative Graduate grade point average ( GPA ) of a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale . 4 . Completion of the Gwynedd Mercy University Graduate Application 5 . Submission of two letters of recommendation a . An academic who can attest to the applicant ’ s academic ability ( preferred ) and b . A professional or supervisor who can attest to the applicant ’ s professional qualification , abilities , and temperament for the field
Applicants for admission will be considered based on their academic ability , disposition for the counseling profession , expression of interests and goals , life experience , and interview .
Internal / External Transfers : The Admission requirements and process are the same for transfer students whether internal or external .
International Students : International students are welcome to apply to the Master of Counseling program . Since this is a fully online program , international students are not eligible for an F-1 Visa . In addition , some countries do not recognize degrees that are earned in a fully online format . Students should review their country ’ s requirements prior to applying to fully online program .
International students will need to provide the following materials to be considered for Admission :
• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
• Most programs require a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 . o Candidates with a GPA lower than 3.0 will be reviewed on a case by case basis .
• A completed application for your program of choice
• Official transcripts from every college or university attended
• Professional resume
• Two complete supervisory reference forms
• Personal interviews may be required , as needed
• A minimum score of 550 ( written ), 213 ( computer ), or 79 ( internet ) on the TOEFL examination ( non-US applications only ). o Students whose native language is English are not required to submit language scores .
Curriculum Sequence : Student ’ s curriculum sequence is based on their cohort upon entry into the program and choice of Accelerated or Traditional Track . Students should review their cohort schedule and speak with their Academic Adviser for further information on their curriculum sequence .
Academic Standards / Grade Requirements : Students in the Counseling Program ( regardless of area of study ) are required to meet all University and School of Arts and Sciences academic standards and grade requirements as indicated in the Graduate Catalog . In addition to the University and School of Arts and Sciences standards , students in the Counseling Program are required to earn a grade of “ B ” or better in all Core Curriculum and field placement courses ( Practicum and Internships ). Core Curriculum courses are indicated on the student ’ s curriculum sheet .
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