Graduate Catalog 2023-2024 | Page 30

Gwynedd Mercy University
AY2023-2024 Graduate Academic Catalog
• 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 .
• Applicants who have had nursing education outside of the U . S . must have transcripts evaluated by CGFNS ( www . cgfns . org ).
• International students who apply to education , nursing and health profession programs must have the ability to complete the background screening process required for placement in a clinical / school setting and should review state licensure requirements before choosing to enroll . The U . S . background screening process requires a U . S . Social Security Number .
• U . S . citizenship or permanent residency is a requirement for licensure within certain academic programs . International students and students who are under DACA status or are undocumented should carefully review the licensure requirements for their state before enrolling in a degree program that leads to licensure . Additional information can be found on the National Conference of State Legislatures website .
Some programs may have additional requirements . Please consult the requirements listed within your program of interest for additional information .
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