Gwynedd Mercy University AY2022-2023 Graduate Academic Catalog
• Professional resume
• Two completed supervisory reference forms
• A minimum score of 550 ( written ), 213 ( computer ), or 79 ( internet ) on the TOEFL examination ( non-US applications only ).
• 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
• Academic Instructional teaching experience
Certification ONLY Program : Students seeking K-12 principal certification must meet the same admission requirements as those set forth in the degree program . In addition to those requirements , the certification-only candidate must hold a master ’ s degree from an accredited University in some education related field .
Internal / External Transfers : Internal Transfer credit or credit from another previously attended accredited University will be reviewed by the Program Director for determination of acceptance . For the master ’ s degree transfer credit will not exceed 6 credits . Transfer credit to be considered for the 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 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 . Ordinarily , students should complete a minimum of six credits each year from the time of initial enrollment .
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 two course terms . If a Student earns below a grade of B in any of the core pedagogy courses listed below , they must repeat the course at Gwynedd Mercy University and earn a grade of B or better .
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 .
77